US Army Sergeant Henry Waller took to the stage to waltz with the First Lady, while former President Trump danced alongside Sergeant Tatiana Saldana from the U.S. Space Force. This event, hosted at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, celebrated the commencement of Trump’s new term. Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha, were also present, sharing the spotlight as they danced with members of the Marine Corps and Navy.
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Footage of the ball circulated widely on social media and international broadcasts, capturing Waller and Melania smiling warmly at each other. At one point, Melania leaned in to whisper something to Waller, sparking curiosity about their conversation. Reflecting on the occasion during an interview with Inside Edition, Waller shared details of their exchange, which left many intrigued.
«I stepped onto the stage, trying to stay composed, but we were told it wasn’t a formal ceremony,» Waller explained. «We could smile and enjoy ourselves, which helped me relax.» The sergeant expressed his excitement, saying, «It was an overwhelming joy to be out there, hearing so many people cheering for me.»
When asked about his conversation with the First Lady, Waller revealed, «I asked how her evening was going, and she replied it was going well. Then she