‘OMG!’ Mockery erupts as Donald Trump fumbles ‘God Bless America’ at Veterans Day ceremony (Video)

A video of President Donald Trump at a Veterans Day ceremony has gone viral, sparking widespread mockery after it showed him struggling to sing “God Bless America.” The short clip, recorded during the event at Arlington National Cemetery, captured Trump mouthing only a few words before falling silent and looking confused while the rest of the crowd continued singing the patriotic song.

The ceremony was supposed to be a solemn and respectful tribute to U.S. veterans. Trump arrived with Vice President JD Vance to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a moment meant to honor fallen soldiers who never returned home. Afterward, he delivered a lengthy speech where he rambled about how he believes Veterans Day should be renamed “Victory Day.” He said the new name would make it more similar to how European countries celebrate their military triumphs. His remarks, however, drew criticism for being tone-deaf and self-centered, as he repeatedly compared himself to past leaders and praised his own record.

But his inability to sing one of America’s most beloved songs quickly became the main talking point of the day. Social media erupted within minutes of the video being shared, with thousands of users mocking his performance.

Independent journalist Aaron Rupar posted on X, “Trump knows the first three words to ‘God Bless America,’ but that seems to be about it.” His post quickly went viral, racking up thousands of likes and shares. Progressive commentator Brian Krassenstein wrote, “BREAKING: On Veterans Day, Trump forgets the words for ‘God Bless America,’ besides the first three words.”

Many users found it ironic that Trump, who often wraps his speeches in patriotic language and calls himself the most “pro-American” president, couldn’t sing a song every American learns as a child. Ron Filipkowski, the editor-in-chief at Meidas Touch, quipped, “Don’t ask him to recite any Bible verse or any of the lines in God Bless America.”

Producer Morgan J. Freeman reacted more bluntly, posting, “OMG! He doesn’t even know the words to God Bless America! WTF?!” A veteran named Frank C. added his own biting comment: “Man can’t remember the words to God Bless America, but somehow he’s got a PhD in violating women and democracy at the same time.”

Another social media user, DJ Omega MVP, mocked Trump’s apparent fatigue, saying, “Big stride for him today—he’s not sound asleep yet!” On Bluesky, Vince D. Monroy simply wrote, “He still doesn’t know ‘God Bless America.’”

The online backlash grew rapidly, with countless memes and parody videos circulating across platforms like X, TikTok, and Instagram. Many edited clips exaggerated Trump’s silence, replacing the missing lyrics with awkward pauses or background music from reality shows to highlight how uncomfortable the moment appeared.

Critics said the incident reflected Trump’s tendency to prioritize showmanship over substance. Despite constantly branding himself as a champion of veterans and patriotism, moments like these made many question how deeply he actually connects with the symbols he celebrates.

Supporters, on the other hand, brushed off the criticism, claiming the president was simply being respectful during the song and that the mockery was unfair. Still, for much of the public, the sight of Trump failing to sing “God Bless America” became yet another viral symbol of his awkward and often controversial behavior at national events.

What was intended as a proud and honorable Veterans Day ceremony ended up turning into a viral embarrassment. The image of a sitting president unable to remember the words to one of the nation’s most cherished songs quickly overshadowed his speech and the solemn purpose of the day. By the evening, the internet had turned what was meant to be a moment of unity and respect into a nationwide punchline.