Lula Advised Trump to Smile During May 7 White House MeetingBrazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva revealed that he offered a piece of personal advice to U.S. President Donald Trump during their meeting at the White House on May 7, 2026.
According to Lula, he told the U.S. President that "Trump rindo é melhor do que de cara feia," which translates to "Trump laughing is better than with a serious face." The comment was made during a meeting that lasted almost three hours and included a formal session with officials followed by a lunch.
The meeting between the two leaders was a significant diplomatic engagement, though the specific topics of their extended discussion were not detailed in the available information.