If you thought you were awkward, you obviously haven’t seen Marco Rubio’s recent “failed hug” with Ivanka Trump. Don’t worry, we guarantee that almost nothing is as awkward as this. Talk about a perfect meme opportunity, are we right?
This failed hug between Ivanka Trump and Marco Rubio will make you very uncomfortable https://t.co/0tX3dOc6qu pic.twitter.com/QPMeGDn8E4
— BuzzFeed News (@BuzzFeedNews) June 20, 2017
Even with all the internet hype, it seems like Marco Rubio and Ivanka Trump are going along with this. Rubio even began a “Twitter investigation” on the alleged failed hug. If you don’t believe us, see for yourself:
Just left Intel comm & informed meeting 2day with @IvankaTrump blowing up twitter over alleged failed hug! Investigating. Will respond soon
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) June 20, 2017
Don’t worry, it didn’t end there. He actually kept updating his “investigation” throughout the day.
We believe we have our own unclassified photographic evidence that will shed greater details on this incident.
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) June 20, 2017
BREAKING NEWS: Additional photo from moments right after today’s alleged failed hug provide new details to this developing story. pic.twitter.com/TFyhB2cQuM
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) June 20, 2017
And he even called for help from the public.
If you were filming at the Senate carriage entrance today between 11:20-11:25 am we are seeking your assistance with an active investigation
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) June 20, 2017
And we’re at the conclusion… drumroll please…
Based on review of evidence & my own recollection, have concluded no hug was even attempted & press covfefe of alleged failed hug is false
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) June 20, 2017
If you don’t believe the results of his investigation, Ivanka also made a statement.
Fake news! Marco is an excellent hugger… https://t.co/Dk7XXRQlX8
— Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) June 20, 2017
What would you caption the original photo?