French President Emmanuel Macron and first lady Brigitte Macron arrived Monday for President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump’s first state visit.
The heads of state met to discuss Iran, trade, and other future policy plans. They also planted a tree, witnessed a major Melania fashion moment, and reveled in their bromance.
Here are the best photos from the historic state visit:
The Macrons arrived on Monday.
Foto: They deplane at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland. source Brian Snyder/Reuters
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Macron may be the world leader Trump is closest to. Their bromance, as many have called it, has been on full display throughout the visit.
Foto: It's tradition to kiss on both cheeks in France. source AP Photo/Evan Vucci
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Trump and Macron planted Macron's gift, a sapling, on the White House's South Lawn. The oak tree comes from a forest in France where US Marines fought a famous World War I battle.
Foto: A number of trees planed outside the White House are gifts from world leaders. source Reuters/Joshua Roberts
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The two couples were caught preparing to have their picture taken at Mount Vernon, where they had dinner Monday night.
Foto: Mount Vernon was the home of former President George Washington. source REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
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On Tuesday, the presidents and their first ladies greeted crowds at Macron's formal arrival ceremony.
Foto: They waved from the White House balcony. source Jonathan Ernst/Reuters
Macron greeted Melania with a kiss on the hand.
Foto: Melania met Macron when she and Trump visited Paris last summer. source Joshua Roberts/Reuters
The internet went nuts over Melania's Hervé Pierre hat.
Foto: Many compared it to Beyonce's black hat in "Formation." source AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster
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Nearly 500 members from all five military branches, plus Cabinet secretaries and honored guests, gathered on the South Lawn for the traditional "Review of the Troops."
Foto: Both national anthems played during the official arrival on the South Lawn. source AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais
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Trump and Macron had private meetings in Oval Office on Tuesday. The US president led his French counterpart across the White House portico.
Foto: Trump said the partnership he forged with Macron at the start of his presidency was a testament to the "enduring friendship that binds our two nations." source AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais
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Trump brushed a piece of dandruff off Macron's shoulder in front of the press, saying, "We have to make him perfect. He is perfect."
Foto: "We do have a very special relationship," Trump said. source Kevin Lamarque/Reuters
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They clearly found something amusing.
Foto: The two cracked up in the Oval Office. source AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais
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The two presidents also shared a long, extended handshake-hug-kiss at a joint press conference on Tuesday. The two have a history of awkward handshakes.
Foto: They shook hands for an extended amount of time, hugged, and kissed in the exchange. source Evan Vucci/Associated Press
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The Trumps welcomed the Macrons to the White House for the State Dinner Tuesday night.
Foto: The red carpet was rolled out on the North Portico. source AP
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After enjoying cocktails together upstairs in the residence, the Trumps and Macrons descended the grand staircase to greet their guests.
Foto: Posting for a photo in the Grand Foyer. source AP
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The guest list was filled with high-profile titans of business and finance, with many Wall Street CEOs in attendance.
Foto: Apple CEO Tim Cook and former EPA administrator Lisa Jackson arrive at the State Dinner. source Alex Brandon/AP
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Inside, Melania and White House staff chose a cream and gold color scheme, which matched Brigitte's dress.
Foto: The French first couple walks into the State Dining Room. source AP
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The State Dining Room was filled with more than 2,500 stems of white sweet peas and nearly 1,000 stems of white lilac.
Foto: The Trumps enter the State Dining Room. source AP
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Trump and Macron each gave a toast highlighting the two countries' longstanding alliance.
Foto: They toasted with Domaine Serene Chardonnay. source AP
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On Wednesday, Macron addressed a joint meeting of Congress. His speech was full of subtle shots at Trump's worldview, calling on the US to reject "isolationism" and "extreme nationalism."
Foto: Vice President Mike Pence and House Speaker Paul Ryan watch Macron give his speech. source AP
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"Our people cherish the friendship of the American people with as much intensity as ever," Macron said in his speech. "What we cherish is at stake. What we love is in danger. We have no choice but to prevail — and together, we shall prevail."
Foto: Macron got lots of applause from lawmakers. source REUTERS/Brian Snyder
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With them being so close, that will certainly be the case.
Foto: Trump and Macron during their handshake-hug on Tuesday. source Jonathan Ernst/Reuters
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