FILE - Makeup covers a bruise on the back of U.S. President Donald Trump's hand as he hosts French President Emmanuel Macron for meetings at the White House on February 24, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Donald Trump's Bruised Hand Is Going Viral, And The White House Had An Intereeeesting Explanation Why. ... one with a black tie and the other with a blue tie, shaking hands and smiling. Thoughts?

The White House says the bruise seen on the back of President Donald Trump's hand as he met French President Emmanuel Macron is from shaking people's hands.

WASHINGTON — The White House is attributing a large bruise on the back of President Donald Trump's right hand to him shaking hands.