During the 2025 inauguration, Barron Trump, now 18 and attending NYU, had a brief yet noteworthy encounter with former President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Barron, accompanied by his mother, Melania Trump, and siblings, was present at the event at the U.S. Capitol.

Following Donald Trump’s swearing-in ceremony, Barron was observed shaking hands with both Biden and Harris, which piqued interest on social media regarding their conversation.

The clip of this interaction went viral, with many commending Barron for his grace and composure, especially given his young age. Some speculated whether he whispered something to Kamala Harris instead of Biden.

This act was largely interpreted as a gesture of unity, earning Barron admiration as a “true gentleman.” Social media users also praised Melania Trump for bringing up such a courteous son, with one remarking, “Well done, Barron.”