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A man sitting behind President Donald Trump appeared to mimic him during a rally in Georgia on Wednesday.
Footage appeared online of the unidentified man mouthing Trump’s words and imitating his hand gestures on several occasions during the rally at Wheeler High School in Marietta, Georgia.
Trump was in the Peach State on Wednesday to promote Trump accounts and to drum up support for Republican candidates in upcoming state elections.
At one point during the rally, Trump said: “More money is being invested in the United States right now than at any time in the history of our country, and Americans are working today more so than ever before today.”
The man—who wore a black suit with a white shirt and pink tie—began copying the president, mouthing his words and moving his hands.
The man also frequently applauded the president’s remarks, recorded footage on his phone, and spoke with the person next to him. At one point, he held up a placard that reads “Trump Accounts.”
It is unclear whether the man is a supporter of Trump or not.
Social Media Reaction
Numerous social media users responded to the clips posted online.
“Pretty funny, tbh. Everyone is so serious all of the time & even as a Trump supporter, I can find this funny. Now, idk who that guy is or what his goal was but regardless of his political beliefs, he nailed Trumps hand gestures,” one X user wrote. “I’m sure he’ll get hate from both sides.”
Another user, JD, wrote: “This made me laugh out loud and I voted for him. Well done whomever you are.”
One user, posting under the name Floydie, wrote: “Question is whether he’s a fan who want to be like Trump? Or is he someone who hates Trump? Best guess…he knew he’d be on camera and wanted his 15 minutes.”
Trump’s Appearance in Georgia
The president traveled to Georgia on Wednesday, a politically competitive state with closely watched Senate and gubernatorial races, to promote his newly created “Trump Accounts” and campaign for Republican Representative Mike Collins in his bid for the U.S. Senate and Georgia Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson.
The centerpiece of the event was the administration’s new investment program, launched earlier this month, which establishes tax-advantaged accounts for children under 18. Every child born between 2025 and 2028 will receive an initial $1,000 contribution from the federal government.
Trump also used the rally to back Collins, calling him one of the most “highly respected” members of Congress, while criticizing his Democratic opponent, Senator Jon Ossoff.
“You have to vote for Mike because he is running against Pee-wee Herman,” Trump told attendees. “He will bring a lot of action back to your state.…Vote for Mike.”
Collins was not present at the rally because he remained in Washington for congressional votes.
Ahead of Trump’s remarks, several administration and state officials promoted the Trump Accounts initiative. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the program as the “triumph of capitalism over socialism.”
“For too long, many have felt the American dream is slipping into the past—not anymore,” Education Secretary Linda McMahon said. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we are opening every possible pathway to pursue that dream again.”
Jackson pledged that, if elected, he would ask the state legislature to match the federal government’s $1,000 contribution to each child’s Trump Account. If lawmakers declined, Jackson said he would personally provide the matching amount.
Jackson is the founder of medical staffing company Jackson Healthcare. According to Forbes, his net worth is around $1 billion.
Trump Accounts launched on July 4. In addition to the federal government’s initial $1,000 contribution, parents, relatives, friends and employers will be able to contribute up to $5,000 annually to the accounts. The funds will be managed by a parent or guardian until the child turns 18, at which point the account holder will take control and be able to use the money for expenses such as higher education, purchasing a home or starting a business.
“For decades, Washington politicians gave our children absolutely nothing but debt,” Trump said. “But the Trump accounts, we’re finally seeing and ensuring that every young American gets a great start in life and a really fair shot at the American dream, which is what we all want. They all aspire to that.”
According to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, the federal government’s $1,000 seed contributions are expected to cost $17 billion through 2028.
Contact Newsweek editors on this story: Matthew Robinson and Tony Phillips
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