Trum-Melania’s Finger Waving Spat: A tense moment between US President Doland Trump and his wife Melania Trump on the presidential chopper has gone viral on the internet like wildfire. In the video, Trump can be seen pointing his finger at Melania and saying something, which has made headlines worldwide. The clip has sparked speculation that the relationship between the couple is not as pleasant as it seems. It is noteworthy that there are several instances captured on camera when the US President wanted to hold the former supermodel’s hand but she pulled away from his touch. In 2017, when the couple arrived in Tel Aviv and walked down a red carpet, the First Lady appeared to smack away the US President’s hand as he tried to reach for her.

What Did Forensic Lip-Readers Say About The Video?

Forensic lip-readers featured in reports by the New York Post and The Guardian have rubbished their tensed-relationship speculations. The lip-readers stated that the altercation wasn’t about Melania but about an escalator malfunction at the United Nations headquarters.

HIGHLIGHTS

• A viral video showed Trump pointing finger at his wife Melania on the Marine One chopper. The clip sparked speculation about tensions in their relationship.
• Forensic lip-readers clarified that the exchange was about an escalator malfunction at UN, not related to their marriage.
• The White House alleged escalator may have been stopped intentionally.
• US officials later explained that president’s videographer accidentally triggered a security sensor.
Then What Exactly Happed?
When Melania and Trump were ascending an escalator after entering the United Nations building on Tuesday. The escalator suddenly stopped mid-air, causing Melania to lose her balance. Trump even mentioned the incident in his UN speech, saying, “If Melania hadn’t been feeling well, she would have fallen.”
White House Said Escalator May Have Been Blocked Intentionally
Following the incident, the White House demanded an investigation, alleging that the escalator may have been intentionally stopped.
Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt said that if the escalator stopped mid-air intentionally then those responsible should be punished.

What Did US Officials Say?

The US officials issued a clarification that the president’s security had been activated. According to reports, The US President’s videographer had inadvertently tripped the security sensor.

What Did The Lip Readers Say?

• The New York Post reported on a conversation between Trump and Melania regarding the escalator incident.
• Lip reader named Jeremy Freeman interpreted the US President’s words expressing frustration towards the first lady’s actions.
• The Guardian reported, citing Nicole Hickling, Trump saying he couldn’t forgive those who tried to harm his wife.
• Melania expressed concern for their safety – ‘We can’t do that. We have to be safe, you’re not safe.’
• Trump declared a need to challenge their adversaries – ‘They’re finished. We have to challenge them.’