RantCrush Top 5: July 7, 2017

After the last meeting between German Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Trump, when it seemed like he ignored her attempt at a handshake, people were anxiously anticipating the two world leaders’ G-20 encounter. This time, Merkel extended her hand and Trump went for it…but it still looked pretty awkward.

This has to be the weirdest photo of a meeting of two world leaders ever! #Trump #Merkel #Trumkel pic.twitter.com/ltriO3sBk6

— Cas Mudde (@CasMudde) July 6, 2017

According to media reports, the two seemed more at ease and relaxed with each other. Either way, people loved the photos.

The moment Trump & Merkel switched bodies. pic.twitter.com/D2zltBM6rz

— Mike Drucker (@MikeDrucker) July 6, 2017

Emma Von Zeipel

Emma Von Zeipel is a staff writer at Law Street Media. She is originally from one of the islands of Stockholm, Sweden. After working for Democratic Voice of Burma in Thailand, she ended up in New York City. She has a BA in journalism from Stockholm University and is passionate about human rights, good books, horses, and European chocolate. Contact Emma at EVonZeipel@LawStreetMedia.com.