US President Donald Trump was presenting an initiative on October 7th for child investment accounts when he decided to publicly thank the founder of Dell Technology and his wife.
According to a report published by AOL, the president thanked Susan Dell and then asked where Michael Dell was located.
Those behind Trump reacted by pointing to the businessman, who was just a few steps away from him.
After observing it, the president smiled and joked about the situation before he continued his talk.
The images were distributed on social networks and commented on by some American media.
Who is Susan Dell, and why is it so much?
Susan Dell is Michael Dell's wife, founders and directors of the Dell Technology Company.
It is also known for its philanthropic activity through Michael & Foundation. Susan Dell Foundation, which supports programmes related to children, education and economic opportunities.
After appearing at the White House, her name became a subject of discussion on social networks.
The Economic Times reported that some users commented on her appearance during the ceremony, while others focused on the couple's billions of donations.
However, online comments and speculation about Susan Dell's personal appearance do not provide evidence of any aesthetic intervention.
The $6.25 billion donation
The main reason for the Dell couple's presence at the White House was a considerable financial commitment.
Michael and Susan Dell have pledged $6.25 billion to support American children's investment accounts.
According to statements during the ceremony, the funds envision $250 for 25 million children.
The programme known as Trump Accounts aims to provide children with a savings and investment base for the future.
In her speech, Susan Dell called on parents and grandparents to activate child accounts and contribute to their savings.
According to the ceremony's transcript, she stressed that investment in the future of children matters not only financial but also symbolic.
What are the Trump Accounts?
The programme envisions investment accounts with tax benefits for children in the United States.
For children who meet the set criteria and are born from 2025 to 2028, the initiative includes an initial federal contribution of 1,000 dollars.
Families may increase additional funds, while the value of investments may increase or decrease depending on the performance of financial markets.
According to the White House statements quoted by AOL, authorities have created tens of millions of accounts under the programme.
A Viral moment that shifted attention
The ceremony was organised to promote a potentially influential financial programme among millions of American families.
But a brief moment, when Trump didn't immediately recognize Michael Dell, he got great attention on the internet.
Meanwhile, research into Susan Dell showed public interest in the woman who stands behind one of the biggest private donations related to the initiative.
The event is another example of how an unexpected episode during an official activity can become as controversial as the very announcement planned to be presented.
