President Trump reenacted his viral 2019 Halloween prank at the White House on Oct 31, 2025, placing a candy bar on a child’s head — clip sparks social-media buzz.
Trump Halloween Comeback
President Donald Trump recreated a lighthearted viral moment from 2019 during the White House annual Halloween celebration on Oct 31, 2025, amusing guests and trick-or-treaters. The scene, caught on camera, showed Trump gently placing a chocolate bar on the head of a child costumed as DJ Marshmello before the child walked off with the candy balanced on his helmet. First Lady Melania Trump looked on and the couple smiled as the playful stunt drew laughter and social-media attention.
The moment echoed a similar exchange in 2019 when Trump placed candy on a child dressed as a minion, a clip that went viral and became a recurring Halloween meme. Videos shared widely on platforms such as X and picked up by commentators show conservative figures praising the gesture and calling it a return to a familiar, unscripted White House moment. Critics and some commentators, by contrast, questioned the optics of involving children in staged media moments at official events.
The White House annual Halloween event featured a military ensemble performing Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ as Trump and the First Lady emerged to greet families, underscoring the ceremonial backdrop for the stunt. Social-media reposts and short clips circulated quickly, reigniting debates about presidential comportment, press access and the blending of politics with light entertainment. The episode mirrors how viral moments from past presidencies can resurface and reshape narratives during public events. Media outlets tracked immediate reactions, noting that while many viewers found the reprise charming and nostalgic, others flagged concerns about consent and the use of children in viral content.
