On social media, many viewers stunned after a viral video shoing Donald Trump scolds reporter after microphone hits his face.
President Donald Trump had a sharp response after a boom microphone accidentally hit him in the face during a press briefing.
Trump reacts after microphone incident during press briefing
The incident occurred at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on March 14. Trump was addressing reporters when an extended boom mic unexpectedly brushed against his mouth and slid across his face.
On the X platform, a shocking moment was captured showing a microphone hitting Trump’s face, leaving viewers stunned.
In the footage, he can be seen leaning back to avoid further contact with the fuzzy microphone.
While, Extended microphones are commonly used in press interviews to capture clear audio without reporters crowding the speaker.
However, this miscalculation resulted in Trump being caught off guard by the equipment.
Trump’s seven-word response to the microphone mishap
Immediately after the mic touched his face, Trump made a sharp remark. He stated, “She just became a big story tonight.”
He followed up with another comment, saying, “She just made television tonight.”
Initially, Trump appeared irritated, glaring at the reporter responsible. However, his expression soon changed. He raised his eyebrows, let out a laugh, and asked someone off-camera, “Did you see that?”
Social media reacts to the microphone incident
The moment quickly gained traction online, with many of Trump’s supporters voicing concern.
Additionally, some called it an embarrassment for the press, while others took a more conspiratorial approach. While, another questioned security measures after the incident.
One person said: Too bad that mic didn’t hit him harder!
A second wrote: A reporter just HIT President Trump with a microphone. But 47 handled it like a PRO.
While a third commented: How on earth did a reporter get that boom mic so close to Trump’s face? Security should tighten up. Embarrassing for the press.
Another added: President Trump was just smacked in the face by a reporter’s boom mic. Unreal these people. Have some respect.
Someone else said: I’m surprised he didn’t hit the ground holding his bone spur.
Another user added: Too bad it didn’t knock him sensless, oh wait he already is!
Conspiracy theories emerge after the incident
Some Trump supporters suggested the microphone might have been deliberately contaminated. Theories circulated that it could have been laced with “poison, fentanyl, anthrax, or even a virus.”
One user speculated: If Trump mysteriously gets sick or has some medical situation, then the boom mic was laced with something. That microphone should have been confiscated on the spot.
While, other als claimed the incident should be treated as an assassination attempt.
One supporter wrote: Where’s the Secret Service?
Despite the wild theories, the moment appears to be nothing more than an unfortunate accident. However, it has fueled intense discussion online, with some questioning media professionalism and others diving into extreme conspiracy narratives.