US President Donald Trump made disparaging remarks about French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron during a private lunch, according to a report published on April 2, 2026. In a video briefly posted on the White House YouTube channel, Trump joked that Macron’s wife treats him badly and referred to an alleged incident from May 2025 in which Brigitte was seen pushing Macron during a Vietnam trip. The French president had previously dismissed that footage as fake or propaganda.

Trump’s comments came while criticizing NATO allies for their role in the Iran war, saying that the alliance did not need the United States but he still offered help. He also described NATO as a “paper tiger,” implying weakness in the organization’s response to global conflicts.

The remarks, sourced from Geo News, add to ongoing tensions between Trump and European leaders over defense cooperation and alliance commitments.