Cameras Roll as Trump Struggles to Complete Task and Aide Quietly Takes Over

President Donald Trump found himself at the center of ridicule in a short video capturing his struggle with a seemingly simple task. As he departed Joint Base Andrews in Maryland for a Middle Eastern trip, heavy rain prompted him to use an umbrella. Unfortunately, Trump, 79, faced difficulties in closing it while climbing the stairs to Air Force One, prompting an aide to intervene.The moment quickly became fodder for mocking memes on social media over the weekend. Notably, California Governor Gavin Newsom openly mocked Trump’s mishap, tweeting, "The only thing Donald Trump can keep open these days is an umbrella," referencing federal budget issues.Critics on Threads commented on his apparent inability to manage the umbrella, likening it to tackling complex theories. Trump's past struggles with umbrellas were recalled, notably a 2018 incident where he left one open at Air Force One’s entrance. This episode adds to ongoing scrutiny of his overall health and mobility.