Donald Trump’s presidential election victory has brought a cultural reset it seems. US Men’s National Team (USMNT) forward Christian Pulisic was seen celebrating his goal against Jamaica on Monday (Nov 18) by doing the ‘Trump Dance’ – a signature move popularised by the Republican leader during the election campaigning trail. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighter Jon Jones performed a similar move last week after defeating Stipe Miocic by technical knockout, with President-elect Trump present ringside at the Madison Square Garden, alongside his coterie of soon-to-be-inaugurated cabinet leaders.

Netizens have been celebrating the dance move, claiming that it was a significant moment in US history, which had been dominated by identity politics and a rampant cancel culture.

“We have officially taken back the culture. Everyone is doing the Trump dance now,” said one user, while another added: “Trump started a movement with YMCA dance as people love just having fun, except liberals! Lol.”

TRUMP STARTED A MOVEMENT WITH YMCA DANCE AS PEOPLE LOVE JUST HAVING FUN, EXCEPT LIBERALS ! LOL pic.twitter.com/gPJbVCDW7O

— Fritz & Athena Harrod (@bignels2) November 14, 2024

The Trump Dance that’s sweeping the nation is like a refreshing shower after years wallowing in the mud of the woke mind virus. pic.twitter.com/aaQ2cdSmaE

— Eric Sammons (@EricRSammons) November 19, 2024

A third commented: “The Trump dance has gone mega viral as the cultural shift hits full effect. Sports stars in the US and around the world are doing it as a celebration, as is everyone else…even people in China.”

We have officially taken back the culture. Everyone is doing the Trump dance now pic.twitter.com/If4jLFwc1E

— James Jinnette (@james_jinnette1) November 17, 2024

The Trump Dance is everywhere.

Culture belongs to us now. pic.twitter.com/Vr8e4RQlN8

— Vince Dao (@VinceDaoTV) November 17, 2024

Instead of mocking the awkward dance, athletes appear to be dancing in support of Trump who not only won the popular vote but also helped the Republicans win the House and the Senate.

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What is the ‘Trump Dance’?

The trendy move stems from an awkward mishmash of steps performed by Trump during the election to the tune of YMCA song, produced by the American disco group, Village People.

The influence of Trump Dance has not been limited to the USA. England’s Charley Hull was recently seen performing the move during her final showdown with Nelly Korda at the Annika tournament held at Pelican Golf Club.

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Former US President Donald Trump’s dance moves at a public event on Friday have taken social media by storm. The annual Moms for Liberty event, held in Washington DC, saw 78-year-old Tump shake a leg on stage with the group’s co-founder. 

“Trump just ended his Moms For Liberty event with his impressive dance moves! Moms love Donald Trump! Kamala (Harris) definitely doesn’t want you to share this!” posted a Trump supporter with the video. 

TRUMP JUST ENDED HIS MOMS FOR LIBERTY EVENT WITH HIS IMPRESSIVE DANCE MOVES!

MOMS LOVE DONALD TRUMP!

Kamala definitely doesn’t want you to share this! pic.twitter.com/EV5BNLsyKM

— Bo Loudon (@BoLoudon) August 31, 2024

The internet is divided over the dance video. While some cheered Trump for being able to dance at the age of 78, some termed the entire episode as “comical”. 

“Trump is the people’s president!” wrote one user.

“He’s the worst version of the creepy, unstable uncle in the family,” wrote another.

Moms for Liberty, a national group that has made strides within conservative circles, has been at the forefront of efforts to influence school curricula across the United States. The organisation has led initiatives to remove references to LGBTQ+ identities and discussions of structural racism from classrooms.

The Republican presidential frontrunner discussed issues surrounding these topics and did not shy away from making pointed political comments, particularly aimed at US Vice President Kamala Harris. In his address, Trump described her as a “defective person.” He also expressed surprise at her limited media appearances, suggesting that her lack of interviews was indicative of her shortcomings as a leader. “I was surprised she didn’t do a lot of interviews, but she’s not good at it, I guess,” Trump said. 

The US Presidential elections are scheduled to be held in November this year and is largely seen as a direct battle between Trump and Harris.