Donald Trump adopts a defiant image in his new official portrait

Both Trump and Vance They appear in blue suitswhite collared shirts and blue ties, and Trump wears a small American flag brooch on his lapel.

But there the similarities ended.

Trump’s expression contrasts with Vance’swith the president-elect’s head tilted slightly downward, one eyebrow raised, and lips pursed. Bad face, tough guy.

Vance smiles at the camera, arms crossed, in a more relaxed pose.

Trump’s new image drew comparisons to his 2023 mugshot, which was taken at the Fulton County Jail after he was accused of trying to overturn his 2020 election loss to Joe Biden in the state of Georgia, a charge Trump he denied.

Trump used the now famous image to raise funds for his campaign.

The transition team did not comment on the appearance of Trump’s photo, but noted, “The official portraits have been released, and they are stunning!”

The portrait Trump chose on this occasion differs noticeably from the image used in 2017, when he first assumed the presidency.

While wearing a similar outfit, he smiles widely at the camera in the portrait above.

“Trump may be adopting a defiant image, transforming a moment of legal adversity into a symbol of resilience and strength,” Quardricos Driskell, professor of political science at George Washington University, explained to the BBC.

“The stark contrast to his earlier, more traditional portrait could also mean un change in his public persona emphasizing a tougher and more combative stance as he prepares to take office for the second time.

The official portraits They will be displayed in the United States embassies in the world and will also be the first thing that American citizens will see upon entering Government offices and departments.