Eric Trump recently clarified a viral moment between his younger brother, Barron Trump, and President Joe Biden during the 2025 inauguration. Online rumors had long suggested that Barron made a crude remark to Biden, but Eric dismissed those claims, calling Barron polite, quiet, and respectful. He said Barron told him he simply offered a courteous greeting such as “congratulations” or “best of luck.”

Lip-reading experts and communication analysts later supported this idea, saying the exchange looked routine and uneventful. Footage showed Biden greeting Barron, who leaned in to reply briefly before turning to greet Kamala Harris. Some misinterpretations spread online, fueled by Barron’s poised demeanor and growing visibility at public events.

Experts noted that Barron’s confident posture, height, and increased presence during official ceremonies may have encouraged speculation, even though his actions appeared completely standard. During the 2025 inauguration, Barron attended with his mother and siblings while continuing to take on a more public role as a young adult.

Overall, those closest to him — along with professional observers — agree that the viral theories were exaggerated, and Barron’s comment was simply a polite greeting during a formal moment.