Trump’s Major Address Eclipsed by Unexpected Scene with D.C. Mayor

Donald Trump accurately predicted that his announcement of Washington, D.C., as the venue for the 2027 NFL Draft would capture widespread attention. A recently resurfaced clip from his May 4 speech at the White House has sparked renewed commentary, primarily due to the visible discomfort of D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser. As Trump stood alongside Mayor Bowser and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, he praised the draft as a significant celebration of American culture, anticipated to draw over 100,000 attendees to the National Mall. However, Bowser displayed a tense demeanor, often fidgeting and exhibiting a range of reactions, including biting her lip and stealing glances at Trump. Onlookers noted her struggle to conceal her sentiments, remarking on her body language throughout the event. Some compared her expressions to past instances of public figures’ discomfort, referencing Michelle Obama’s evident discontent during Trump’s inauguration in 2017, which was recounted in her memoir "Becoming." (Photos: Fox 5 New York/YouTube.)