Máxima's Royal Mock
On June 25, 2025, during President Donald Trump’s visit to the Royal Palace in The Hague, an unexpected moment of levity stole the spotlight. After King Willem-Alexander politely asked Trump whether he had slept well the previous night, Queen Máxima playfully mimicked the President’s response— imitating his tone and mannerisms with theatrical flair. The moment, caught on camera, quickly went viral, with many praising the Queen’s humour and down-to-earth charm amid the formalities of a diplomatic encounter.
At breakfast in the palace hall,
Before the NATO leaders' call,
Trump joined the king, his hair just right,
Refreshed from his luxurious night.
Then Willem asked with kindly cheer,
"Did you sleep well while staying here?"
A pause. Then laughter broke the spell—
As Máxima played Trump too well.
With regal poise but cheeky grace,
She mirrored Trump’s voice to his face!
A little smirk, a nasal twang,
A copy so sharp it almost sang.
The king stood by, suppressing grin,
As laughter bubbled up within.
The cameras caught her royal jest,
And soon it spread across the West.
The internet went wild with cheer,
“A Queen with sass, we need her here!”
Not cruel, just clever, bold yet sweet—
Máxima's moment? Pure elite.
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Rolph David
Mon 30th Jun 2025 17:05
@Auracle
Thank you for your moving comment – your perspective reminds us how multifaceted people can be, even queens. However, I believe you've misunderstood the intention of the poem: it's not about superficiality or mere mockery, but about the courage of a monarch using subtle humour to make a statement – even in the presence of a powerful guest. Humour, too, can be a form of stance.