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Donald Trump Called Out for ‘Ultimate Disrespect’ Over Two Acts at Pope Francis’ Funeral After ‘Breaking Dress Code’

Trump’s questionable behavior at Pope Francis’ funeral exposed.

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Donald Trump made headlines again yesterday after his appearance at Pope Francis’ funeral in Vatican City caused a global stir.

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Trump’s long history of protocol flubs revealed.

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Donald Trump has a well-documented history of sidestepping traditional etiquette at high-profile international events.

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Criticism rained down when Trump skipped a World War I cemetery visit in France, citing bad weather.

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Observers were aghast as Trump famously walked ahead of Queen Elizabeth II during a formal ceremony.

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His controversial photo-op outside St. John’s Church also drew heavy fire, as protesters were forcibly cleared.

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Whether funerals, banquets, or historic ceremonies, Trump’s casual attitude towards decorum is well-documented.

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Pope Francis’ funeral described.

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Pope Francis, meanwhile, spent his life championing humility, peace, and service to the marginalized.

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In his final testament, the pope asked for a modest coffin and a burial at St Mary Major Basilica.

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He offered his suffering “for peace in the world and fraternity among peoples,” leaving a message of hope and reconciliation.

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An estimated 400,000 people, including royals and heads of state, came together for the somber occasion.

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The former president was among the thousands of mourners who descended upon the city to pay their final respects.

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Despite the massive crowd, Trump stood out—and not in a way many found endearing.

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Trump’s ‘disrespect’ at Pope Francis’ funeral clarified.

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Donald Trump raised eyebrows at Pope Francis’ funeral by showing up in a navy-blue suit, standing out awkwardly among a sea of black-clad mourners.

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Viewers slammed the former president for “breaking the dress code,” accusing him of showing “zero respect” during the solemn occasion.

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Commentators were left scratching their heads, wondering why Trump failed to observe such a basic rule.

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“Why is Trump in blue?” one furious commenter asked. “No class, no respect.”

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To be fair, Trump wasn’t alone: Prince William also wore navy, though his suit was notably darker and less conspicuous.

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Just when people thought the wardrobe slip was bad enough, Trump’s behavior during the ceremony raised even more eyebrows.

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Footage showed Trump chewing gum and glancing at his phone mid-service, compounding the backlash.

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One disgusted onlooker posted: “Texting from the front row at the Pope’s funeral? The ultimate disrespect.”

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The insults piled on, with many slamming his perceived disregard for both the pope and the grieving audience.

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Trump’s funeral behavior questioned.

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The question now hangs in the air: was Trump being purposely rude, or simply unaware of the gravity of the moment?

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Some experts suggested Trump’s fidgeting and phone-checking could hint at nervousness rather than malice.

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Regardless of intent, the court of public opinion was swift—and brutal.

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Many compared Trump’s behavior unfavorably to former presidents who attended similar ceremonies with solemn dignity.

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Many compared Trump’s behavior unfavorably to former presidents who attended similar ceremonies with solemn dignity.

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Even those typically in Trump’s corner admitted the moment called for better judgment.

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In a sad twist, much media coverage of the funeral focused on Trump’s antics rather than Francis’s legacy.

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Outlets across Europe and Asia ran segments highlighting Trump’s suit and behavior as examples of poor taste.

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Social media continues to roast Trump over funeral appearance.

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As of now, the Vatican has refrained from issuing any formal rebuke or statement.

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Meme-makers and commentators alike continued to lampoon Trump long after the ceremony ended.

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Only time will tell whether this latest incident becomes a footnote—or a defining moment in his already controversial legacy.

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