President-elect Donald Trump and former President Barack Obama had been seen participating in a pleasant dialog at President Jimmy Carter’s funeral on January 9, 2025.
This surprising second of camaraderie between the 2 political rivals shortly went viral on social media. Trump, who was unaware of how their interplay appeared, later commented on the second, saying, “I stated, ‘Boy, they appear like two those that like one another.’ And we in all probability do.” Regardless of their differing political philosophies, Trump expressed that they merely “obtained alongside” and loved the ceremony.
The funeral, held at Washington’s Nationwide Cathedral, introduced collectively 5 dwelling former US presidents, together with Invoice Clinton, George W. Bush, and outgoing President Joe Biden. Vice President Kamala Harris, who had a contentious 2024 election loss to Trump, was additionally in attendance and appeared intrigued by the change between the 2 former presidents. Nonetheless, she didn’t greet Trump in the course of the service.
Trump and Obama have a historical past of criticising one another, with Trump spreading the birther conspiracy idea about Obama and repeatedly attacking the Obamas. Nonetheless, in August, Trump issued uncommon reward for his predecessor, calling him “a pleasant gentleman” and saying he respects the Obamas, per CNN.
The state funeral of President Jimmy Carter supplied a fleeting second of nationwide unity, simply 11 days earlier than Trump’s inauguration on January 20. Carter was remembered for his character, humanitarian efforts, and important contributions to international coverage. Outgoing President Joe Biden, delivered a eulogy highlighting Carter’s foresight and character.
The second between Trump and Obama has sparked conversations on-line, with many commenting on the surprising show of friendship between the 2 political figures. As one person commented, “He was anticipating a hi there from Kamala”. The interplay has additionally been seen as a uncommon second of unity among the many dwelling former US presidents, who had been all in attendance on the funeral.