Numerous clips have recently gone viral on social media showcasing the Trump family’s Thanksgiving festivities at their Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. In one clip, Elon Musk can be seen sitting beside Donald Trump, Barron, and Melania, in which the multi-billionaire sings the “YMCA” with the incoming Republican president.
The footage shows Elon, wearing an “X” sweater, sitting beside Trump, who is visibly excited about the fact that one of his favorite songs is playing. As the song prepares to enter the chorus, Trump slaps the table to the beat, cueing Elon to join in, who throws his hands in the air. All the while, a crowd watches the two dancing and cheering.
Users on social media reacted to the heartwarming and authentic emotions displayed by the leaders in the footage. “This is great‼️😂 Corny but you see/feel the authenticity, camaraderie & general feeling of happiness. P.S. Barron looks like “Dad you are so goofy sometimes but I love you anyways”. Wholesome 😊. Meanwhile the other side is the exact opposite of this,” one person wrote.
Another person weighed in, “OMG, this makes me so happy to see him smiling and swaying, Musk YMCA’ing, Barron, Melania smiling and relaxed. The absolute hell they have gone through is something no one deserved. Makes me smile!! 🙂 🙂 Feels so great not to be filled with dread every day at some new absurd thing this admin did. Yay!! xoxoxo.”
Echoing the positive sentiment around the jovial scenario, one person commented, “Awesome to see our President & his family happy and enjoying the holiday after a grueling campaign. Well deserved. Thank you Mr. President for all you have done! America is fun again!” Similarly, another person said, “🚨 **Epic Moment Alert!** 🚨 Did you see the look on Melania’s face? 😲 This clip is pure gold! It captures the joy and freedom we’ve all been waiting for—perfect for Thanksgiving! 🦃✨ Thank you ✝️”
“Love this clip- it’s So great to see President Trump, his family, Elon Musk included – Having a good time and enjoying life after So much hard work. By now, my guess is that everyone MAGA must know this song by heart. And maybe Elon Musk will Now have a career in singing lol😉❤️🇺🇸” another person said, reacting to the heartwarming clip.
Others pointed out that the joy seen in the clip is representative of the broader optimism in the United States after Trump’s landslide victory of Vice President Kamala Harris, where many feel like the country is set to get back on the right track. “Everybody is having so much fun! Trump winning the Presidency has lifted the heavy, wet blanket of dread that has smothered the U.S. for the past 4 years… Awesomeness is back!” one person said.
Watch the incident below:
Elon Musk, Donald Trump, Barron and Melania blasting YMCA at Mar-a-Lago on Thanksgiving
— ALX 🇺🇸 (@alx) November 29, 2024
Another wrote, “Everyone was getting into the mood of the song, and you could see Melania laughing and encouraging Barron to join in the dance. Donald led the group with his characteristic enthusiasm, showing off some exaggerated dance moves, while Elon captured the moment on his phone, perhaps planning to share it on social media later.”
They continued, “The atmosphere was lively and the laughter was endless, making this a memorable Thanksgiving celebration where politics gave way to festive fun. It was a lighthearted scene that blended celebrity culture with classic party songs!”
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