Queen Máxima of the Netherlands appeared to mock President Donald Trump‘s facial expressions during a NATO summit photo session on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. This viral footage has been viewed millions of times across social media. It happened as the president thanked the Dutch royal couple for hosting him overnight at their palace in The Hague.
The video shows the queen turning toward the cameras and making exaggerated mouth movements, closely resembling Trump’s speaking style. Multiple news outlets report that he appeared completely unaware of what she was doing as photographers captured the moment.
Neither the Dutch Royal House nor the White House has responded to requests for comment about the footage.
The Internet Had Thoughts About It
The clip started conversations across platforms within hours. Online users immediately began examining the scene. Many compared Máxima’s expression to television comedy gold. Reddit users spotted similarities to characters from “The Office” and “Arrested Development.” Others praised the Queen of the Netherlands for what one Instagram user called letting her “intrusive thoughts” win.
The reactions split audiences down the middle. Some critics called the gesture “disrespectful” and “unprofessional.” They questioned whether it was appropriate behavior for a royal family member during an official event. While others couldn’t help but appreciate her honesty.
Political commentary accounts shared the clip widely. It racked up millions of views. Some interpreted it as evidence of international leaders’ private opinions about the president. Even the smallest official interactions can become global talking points within minutes in our connected world.
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Other Leaders Have Done This Too
This isn’t the first time cameras caught world leaders in unguarded scenes about Trump. Media reports from 2019 captured a similar episode. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, French President Emmanuel Macron, and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson were filmed at Buckingham Palace. They seemed to be discussing the president’s lengthy press conferences.
That situation got worse fast. Trump called Trudeau “two-faced” and left the London summit earlier than planned, news coverage shows. Trudeau later confirmed the conversation was about the American leader. He explained that his comment about “jaws dropping” referred to Trump’s unexpected announcement about hosting the G7 summit at Camp David.
Events from 2019 became a defining point of that NATO gathering. They took attention away from policy discussions about defense spending and alliance commitments. World leaders seem unable to resist letting their guard down when they think cameras aren’t rolling.
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Who Is the Queen of the Netherlands
Queen Máxima is 54 and has built a reputation for her friendly personality since marrying into the Dutch royal family in 2002. Known for her vibrant fashion choices and down-to-earth approach, she often breaks from traditional royal behavior during public appearances.
Her background as a former Wall Street investment banker has contributed to her informal style compared to more traditional European monarchs. Royal watchers frequently note her willingness to show genuine emotions and reactions during public events.
How NATO’s 5% Defense Deal Set the Stage
The photo session took place after NATO leaders agreed to increase defense spending targets to 5 percent of gross domestic product over the next decade. NATO is a military alliance between the United States and European countries. Trump had lobbied extensively for higher military spending commitments from European allies. This was a personal victory for his administration.
He praised the summit outcomes and described his hosts as “beautiful people” during a press conference that day. Trump emphasized the warm reception he received from the Dutch royal family. He noted the rare honor of staying at their private residence.
The Dutch government made an unusual gesture by inviting Trump to stay overnight at Huis ten Bosch Palace. Visiting heads of state typically stay at hotels during such summits, officials say. The president had planned to stay in a luxury hotel. But the Queen of the Netherlands and her husband invited him to stay at their palace instead. This invitation showed the Dutch government’s effort to maintain positive relations with the Trump administration.
What the Cameras Caught
Trump flashed a thumbs-up and told photographers, “That’s the picture we want!” King Willem-Alexander followed with a polite “I hope you slept well.” The president replied, “It was great,” before thanking everyone present. As Trump wrapped up his remarks, Queen Máxima mimicked his mouth movements while turning back to face the cameras.
These reactions captured the mood online, where most users seemed to find the moment entertaining rather than offensive. The comments showed how quickly people had made up their minds about what they had seen.
CNN News 18 Deputy News Editor Vani Mehrotra commented on X, referencing the viral video.
One other X user wrote, “This is hilarious! I’ve never been a fan of our stiff monarchy, but Queen Maxima rocks it! Treat him like a baby.”
The political commentary account Polling USA shared the clip with the caption, “Queen Maxima mimicking Trump’s mouth movements really got me.”
What This Says About Modern Politics
Queen Máxima of the Netherlands’s split-second gesture demonstrates how much the world has changed. What used to be private diplomatic interactions now become global entertainment within hours. The queen’s gesture has already generated more online attention than most NATO policy decisions from the same summit.
Whether Queen Máxima intentionally mocked Trump or not, the episode gives us a glimpse into how European leaders might really feel about their American ally. As Trump continues building relationships with European partners, moments like these will keep happening.
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