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‘Super Hearing!’ Trump’s Comment On Jared Isaacman's Ears Raises Eyebrows
President Donald Trump sparked an awkward moment in the Oval Office on Wednesday after making an unusual remark about NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman’s ears during an event with the Artemis II crew.
The exchange began when a reporter asked Trump whether he was considering moving NASA’s headquarters once its Washington, DC, lease expires. Instead of answering directly, Trump deferred to Isaacman, while drawing attention to his appearance.
“Well, the best man to tell you that is a man standing right over here,” Trump said. “You heard that question with those beautiful ears of yours?”
He continued, doubling down on the comment, “He’s got great hearing. You know, he’s got super hearing.”
Isaacman responded with what appeared to be nervous laughter, replying, “Trick of the trade, sir.”
Trump, after struggling to hear a question, throws it to NASA administrator Jared Isaacman and compliments his ears“You heard that question with those beautiful ears of yours?” Trump asks. “He's got great hearing, you know. He's got super hearing.” pic.twitter.com/vw5ISdk8S7
— Dan Diamond (@ddiamond) April 29, 2026
The moment quickly caught the attention on social media. “Can’t believe that just happened,” Washington Post reported John Hudson reacted on X. Many highlighted the unusual tone of the president’s remarks during an otherwise routine discussion. “I now see why so many hated him, this is so old,” a comment on X read.
Some also found the comment funny. “We will never have another like Trump. God Bless that man,” a user wrote on X. If “Trump doesn’t rib ya, you’re not part of the bro club,” another wrote.
