Donald Trump is returning to Washington, D.C., to start his second term as President. His supporters are excited, celebrating his return with rallies and hopes for change. But his arrival wasn’t without problems. He was late to an important event at Arlington National Cemetery, and this caused a lot of criticism. People are now questioning his respect for important traditions.
In Washington, Trump’s supporters were ready to cheer for him. They wore MAGA hats and waved flags. They were excited as he attended events before his swearing-in. Social media was full of his posts about things like the Gaza ceasefire and the TikTok ban. But the good mood quickly changed when Trump showed up late to the wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This ceremony is meant to honor fallen soldiers, but because of Trump’s delay, people had to wait outside in the cold for over 30 minutes.
Trump being late upset many people. They said it was disrespectful to the ceremony and to the people who were there. Many people shared their anger on social media, saying that Trump did not care about the event.
Art Candee tweeted:
“Donald Trump is over 30 minutes late to the wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. He clearly doesn’t care about making people wait outside for him in the cold.”
Donald Trump is over 30 minutes late to the wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.
He clearly doesn’t care about making people wait outside for him in the cold. pic.twitter.com/9B6KYErj01
— Art Candee 🍿🥤 (@ArtCandee) January 19, 2025
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As usual, people on social media had different opinions. Some people defended Trump and said that the delay was just a mistake. Others thought it showed that Trump didn’t care about traditions or following rules. Here are some reactions from Twitter:
He doesn’t want the rain to ruin his hair and makeup.
— Martini Royale (@gmv414) January 19, 2025
He’s late regardless what it’s for…. Loathe him🤬
— Wendy 🐈🐈⬛🐾🌻💙🧢 NO DM’s! (@wendypywacyt) January 19, 2025
Disgusting.
— Pyre_the_First (@Pyre_the_first) January 19, 2025
He doesn’t care about anyone but himself
— Lloyd Osten (@LloydOsten) January 19, 2025
This is what you should expect from Trump has no respect for anyone or anything.
— Mad Genius 🐈🐈⬛🐈🐈⬛ (@MGenius15636) January 19, 2025
The delay at Arlington made many people wonder if Trump respects traditions or if he can do the job of President. Some people see his actions as showing that he doesn’t care about what’s important. His way of doing things, such as not following rules and using social media often, has made many people doubt whether he is the right person to lead. However, some of his supporters think that his style is what makes him different and that it works for him. They say that small things like being late or tweeting don’t matter as much as his focus on policies.
As Trump gets ready to begin his second term, many people are waiting to see what he will do. He has promised to unite the country and make progress, which makes his supporters hopeful. But moments like being late at Arlington leave some people unsure if he can lead with the respect and seriousness that the job requires.
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