Trump Performs YMCA Dance Aboard USS George Washington in Japan Amid Asia Tour

President Donald Trump visited US troops aboard the USS George Washington in Japan, where he boosted morale with a surprise dance performance to the Village People's "YMCA," eliciting laughter and applause from sailors and officers. Trump praised the troops as "good-looking" and emphasized that the Navy's power comes from its people, not just its ships, while reaffirming strong US support for Japan during his Indo-Pacific tour. He was accompanied by Japan's new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, with whom he signed an agreement heralding a "golden age" in US-Japan relations, focusing on defense cooperation and joint shipbuilding efforts. The visit combined moments of diplomacy, entertainment, and symbolic gestures, such as serving American beef and rice in a Japanese-style working lunch. While many found Trump's dance routine entertaining and a unique approach to international relations, some social media reactions criticized the display as unpresidential. The event highlighted Trump's characteristic blend of showmanship and strategic messaging during his ongoing Asia tour.