As President-elect Donald Trump gears up for the official transition of power on January 20, 2025, from outgoing President Joe Biden, his calendar has been filled with high-level meetings and public appearances. But it wasn’t politics that had people talking after a recent outing — it was his hair.
On December 18, during a stop at the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, Trump was met with roaring applause from a crowd of loyal supporters. Yet what truly stole the show was his noticeably revamped hairstyle — a bold new look that quickly lit up social media.
A video capturing the moment has already racked up over 39,000 views, sparking a whirlwind of reactions, memes, and debate online. Love it or hate it, Trump’s new ‘do is making waves far beyond the golf course.
In the viral footage, Trump’s hair looked noticeably different — and social media users wasted no time chiming in. One viewer quickly labeled it “the ultimate hat hair,” referencing the tousled look he’s often seen with after removing his signature MAGA cap. Another quipped, “What happened to his hair?” — setting off a flurry of amused reactions online.
While some comments were playfully lighthearted, others leaned into the humor. “Did Trump get his ears lowered?” one user joked, while another speculated with a wink, “Guess it’s what Melania likes!” suggesting the style shift might have had a personal touch.
Of course, not all reactions were flattering. Critics didn’t hold back, with one harshly commenting, “He’s also a fat slob,” while another took a more political jab: “Honestly, the haircut’s the least of his problems. Maybe if he focused more on policies rather than his looks, we’d actually get somewhere.”
Still, the internet being the internet, the jokes kept rolling. Some users likened the new style to a mullet—just without the signature length. “It’s like a mullet without the length, and I kinda like it,” one user joked, adding a bit of cheeky praise to the mix.
Trump’s hair might have sparked laughs, but it wasn’t the only thing making headlines. As he prepares to return to the Oval Office, conversations have shifted to the historic nature of his 2024 election win. In a stunning political comeback, Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in November, securing 295 electoral votes to her 226.
With this victory, Trump became the first U.S. president in over a century to serve non-consecutive terms — a rare political feat last accomplished by Grover Cleveland in 1892. At 78, he also claimed another record: the oldest person ever elected to the presidency.
With the inauguration fast approaching, the spotlight on Trump is only growing brighter — not just for his policies, but for his personal style too. Whether it’s his unexpected new haircut or his historic return to the White House, one thing is certain: Donald Trump remains a lightning rod for public attention. Love him or loathe him, he continues to dominate the national conversation — from the campaign trail to the barber’s chair.