President Donald Trump joined First Lady Melania Trump as she delivered a speech and he signed an executive order aimed at modernizing America’s foster care system. The order complements Melania’s “Be Best” initiative, which has expanded into “Fostering the Future,” offering scholarships and opportunities to current and former foster youth.

In her remarks, Melania emphasized the importance of community involvement. “Rise above the ease of inaction,” she urged, calling the executive order both empathetic and strategic. She expressed hope that the work would spark a long-lasting nationwide movement. Trump praised her efforts and acknowledged the contributions of Second Lady Usha Vance in supporting the initiative. He stressed the societal responsibility to care for vulnerable children, citing the Bible as a measure of how a nation treats orphans and youth in need.

However, much of the public’s attention shifted to Trump’s demeanor during Melania’s speech. Social media users noted he appeared to struggle to keep his eyes open and highlighted a peculiar style of clapping—using mostly one arm. Clips circulated online, prompting speculation about his hand or arm, though some defended the gesture as familiar and habitual.

After the applause, Trump turned to Melania, kissed her, and praised her work. “Our country is truly blessed to have this magnificent and very caring First Lady,” he said, joking that crowds often ask for her instead of him. The moment, blending policy and personal dynamics, sparked widespread discussion online about both the executive order and the president’s behavior during the event.