Watch: Trump says Maduro copied his dancing. Did he?

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 6, 2026 at 11:49 PM

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During a speech to Republican members of Congress at the Kennedy Center, Donald Trump claimed that former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro copied his dance moves. Maduro, who was reportedly seized by the US army in a raid on Caracas on January 3rd, was known for dancing publicly, even to remixes of his own speeches. Trump also frequently dances at rallies, particularly to the song "YMCA," and his signature dance involves hip movements and subdued fist pumps. The claim of imitation highlights the contrasting public personas of the two leaders and adds a layer of political commentary to their respective displays of dance.

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YMCA 30% Kennedy Center 40% Caracas 50% Republican Party 60% United States 70% Venezuela 70% Nicolás Maduro (Maduro) ×280% Donald Trump ×490%

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dance moves 90% signature dance 80% political rally 70% imitation 60% public appearance 50% music 40%

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