President Donald Trump saluted as the U.S. and Chinese anthems played during Xi Jinping’s White House state visit on Sept. 24. Melania Trump, JD Vance and Marco Rubio instead held their hands over their hearts.
Federal law says people in uniform should salute, while most others should stand at attention with their right hand over the heart; service members and veterans out of uniform may also salute. The article notes that Trump is a civilian despite being commander in chief.
The article says Trump was also seen saluting during the national anthem at Game 3 of the NBA Finals in June. The day before Xi’s White House ceremony, Trump saluted as Xi arrived at Joint Base, according to footage shared by Asia One News.
