‘Painted’ Hands? Trump’s Hands Ignite Social Media Buzz After Mar‑a‑Lago Meeting With Zelensky

President Donald Trump’s hands drew renewed attention online after his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Mar‑a‑Lago on Sunday, as observers noted discoloration and what some described as the appearance of makeup.

The Daily Beast reported a "mismatched concealer" on the president’s right hand; White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt pushed back, defending Trump’s frequent public engagements and handshakes.

"President Trump is a man of the people and he meets more Americans and shakes their hands on a daily basis than any other President in history. His commitment is unwavering and he proves that every single day," Leavitt told the outlet.

Commentator Aaron Rupar highlighted images showing what he called discoloration and a possible "hole" in the president’s left hand, and noted similar observations as recently as Christmas Eve. Many users on X and other platforms, including Bluesky, shared images and commentary, turning the first‑handshake images from the summit into a trending topic.

Sunday’s discussion about appearance ran alongside coverage of the summit itself. After the meeting, Trump said the Russia‑Ukraine war remained "unresolved" but that a peace deal was "getting a lot closer." The episode underscores how visual details from high‑profile diplomatic moments can quickly shift public attention from policy to personal appearance on social media.

Context: This was not the first time speculation about the president’s hands has circulated. Leavitt has previously addressed similar questions since Trump returned to office in January.