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Trump, Musk go viral with YMCA dance at Mar-a-Lago NYE party

A video of President-elect Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk performing Trump’s signature “YMCA” dance at Mar-a-Lago on New Year’s Eve has gone viral, delighting supporters and sparking conversations about their dynamic partnership.

Elon Musk and his son, X AE A-Xii, arrive to a New Year’s Eve party hosted by President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago, Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, in Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Trump and Musk Steal the Spotlight

The video shows Trump and Musk, both in tuxedos, enthusiastically mimicking the arm-pumping dance moves to the Village People classic, joined by incoming First Lady Melania Trump swaying to the beat. Trump’s humorous, simplistic dance routine has become a fan favorite, often emulated by athletes during celebrations in sports like college football, the NFL, and UFC.

Musk’s Role in Trump’s Orbit

The viral moment underscored Musk’s influence as a close advisor to Trump, who will take office in three weeks. Musk, along with entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, has been tapped to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a role that positions him at the forefront of Trump’s administrative plans.

Their shared stance on issues like the H-1B visa program has sparked debate. While Musk supports foreign workers to meet tech industry demands, critics argue the program often prioritizes non-U.S. citizens over American workers. Trump, siding with Musk, reaffirmed his support for the program, emphasizing its importance to industries like SpaceX and Tesla.

Trump’s Optimism for 2025

During the New Year’s Eve celebration, Trump reflected on a triumphant 2024 and expressed optimism for the coming year. “We’re going to bring it back. People are going to respect us a lot,” he told reporters, highlighting progress made in recent weeks.

Asked about his New Year’s resolutions, Trump simply said, “I just want people to be happy, healthy, and well.”

A Triumphant Night for Trump and His Circle

The celebration marked the end of a pivotal year for Trump, solidifying alliances with figures like Musk while energizing his base. Despite reports of alleged friction between the two, former aide Hogan Gidley dismissed the rumors, calling them “media fabrications.”

As the video continues to circulate online, it serves as a symbolic start to Trump’s new term, with supporters rallying behind his promise to “bring it back” in 2025.

Herbert Bauernebel

Herbert Bauernebel has been reporting from New York since 1999 and currently works for Bild.de, OE24 TV, and US Live. He also runs the news portal AmerikaReport.de. Bauernebel has covered nearly all major US events of the past quarter-century, including 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, Barack Obama’s election, Donald Trump’s surprise victory, the pandemic, last year’s election showdown, as well as natural disasters such as hurricanes and oil spills. He has also reported firsthand on international events, including the Asian tsunami, the Haiti earthquake, and the Fukushima disaster. He lives in Brooklyn with his family and holds degrees in communication and political science from the University of Vienna. Bauernebel is the author of a book about his experiences on 9/11, And the Air Was Full of Ash: 9/11 – The Day That Changed My Life.

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