The presidential inauguration was destined to serve as the impetus for an infinite number of scandalous narratives.

All eyes were on Capitol Hill yesterday, January 20, as Donald Trump was sworn in ahead of his second term as POTUS. The hand that holds the pen of US history began to write a new chapter, and controversy was expected to arise.

As anticipated, there was an abundance of speculation and moments that were worthy of virality on the internet. One such instance occurred during the inauguration of Donald and Melania Trump, during which the first lady appeared to “turn her face” from her husband after he failed to embrace her.

Melania and Trump arrived for the traditional service that signifies the commencement of the inauguration and the official conclusion of the outgoing administration prior to his all-important speech, which was delivered immediately following his oath of office.

Trump appeared to attempt to kiss his wife in full sight of the cameras, which would have been a somewhat uncharacteristic moment of public affection. Melania, however, donned an eye-catching hat that obscured the majority of her visage, swiveled her head, rendering her husband’s endeavor unsuccessful.

It goes without saying that the event spawned a plethora of theories and comments on the internet, with individuals engaging in discussions regarding the legitimacy of Melania’s decision. Did the first lady intentionally avert her face to avoid her husband’s kiss? Or was it merely a coincidence that transpired in front of the world?

Judi James, a body language expert, discussed the potential meaning of the “dodge” in an effort to resolve the issue. She stated to Paddy Power that Donald Trump entered the inauguration event with a “slow alpha presence” and a “mouth shrug smile” that suggested a “sombre, serious approach to the job.”

In a romantic, hand-linking gesture that is typically observed at a wedding ceremony, Donald “gently” grasped Melania’s hand when he reached her, according to James.

Melania avoids kissing
She continued, “He then leant in to plant a kiss on his wife, and for a moment, it appeared as though he was preparing to engage in a lip-to-lip kiss.”

“Melania leaned toward her husband in order to reciprocate, but she also turned her face to initiate a cheek kiss rather than a mouth kiss.”