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WASHINGTON, D.C. – A recent appearance by former President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump at the Kennedy Center sparked a flurry of amusement and commentary, particularly from the hosts of ABC's 'The View.' The couple attended a performance of the beloved musical 'Les Misérables' on Wednesday, June 11th, and the irony of the situation was not lost on the daytime talk show panel.

During a segment on Thursday's episode, the 'View' co-hosts, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, and Alyssa Farah Griffin, couldn't resist poking fun at the seemingly incongruous pairing of Trump and the themes of the French Revolution-era musical. 'Les Misérables,' known for its themes of social injustice, poverty, redemption, and revolution, stands in stark contrast to many of the policies and rhetoric associated with the Trump administration.

“It’s just… the irony is so thick you could cut it with a knife,” Joy Behar quipped, eliciting laughter from her colleagues. “He doesn’t even know what it’s about! He probably thinks it’s some kind of French fashion show.”

Alyssa Farah Griffin, a former White House communications official, offered a more measured perspective while still acknowledging the inherent humor. “It’s certainly a choice,” she remarked. “I mean, the musical is essentially a political allegory about fighting for the oppressed. It's… interesting to see him there.”

Sunny Hostin chimed in, questioning whether Trump was truly appreciating the artistic merit of the show or simply seeking a photo opportunity. “Does he even understand the story? Or is he just there to be seen?” she pondered.

Sara Haines added to the discussion, suggesting that perhaps Trump was simply enjoying the spectacle of the performance. “Maybe he just likes the costumes and the singing,” she said with a smile.

The conversation quickly evolved into a broader discussion about the role of art and culture in political discourse. The hosts debated whether attending a show like 'Les Misérables' could be interpreted as a sign of empathy or simply a superficial display. The segment highlighted the ongoing fascination with Trump's public appearances and the tendency for his actions to be scrutinized and analyzed through a political lens.

The Kennedy Center performance of 'Les Misérables' has become the latest chapter in a long history of Trump’s public appearances generating commentary and debate. Whether the former president grasped the musical's profound themes remains a subject of speculation, but the reaction from 'The View' co-hosts made one thing clear: the irony was not lost on them.