Chinanews, August 22nd, a comprehensive report, on the afternoon of the 21st local time, US President Trump and his family held a funeral for his late brother Robert Trump at the White House. In mourning and joy, Trump and the first lady Melania watched Robert Trump’s coffin being lifted down the north gate steps, and then placed in a hearse and transported away.
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According to reports, dozens of Trump's family and friends are standing near the White House steps. When the hearse left, Trump and Melania returned to the White House residence.
According to the report, Trump did not make any comments, but later posted on social media, "Robert, I love you. Rest in peace!"
Trump posted on social media, "Robert, I love you, rest in peace!" (picture cut from the social media account of US President Trump)
It is said that earlier on the 21st, Trump mentioned his brother to an audience in Virginia, "My brother Robert, will want me to be here today." In addition, White House officials revealed that Trump personally Bear the expenses related to his brother's funeral.
Robert Trump passed away on August 15, 2020, at the age of 71. Although the White House did not disclose the cause of his death, the New York Times reported that he suffered a cerebral hemorrhage after the most recent fall.