YAHOO POLL: Do world leaders need to adhere to dress codes?
US President Donald Trump was at the centre of controversy once again. But this time it wasn't for what he said, it was more for what he wore.
Trump was just one of many world leaders and figures in attendance for the funeral of Pope Francis. The Vatican had asked funeral attendees to wear all black for the sombre occasion. However, Trump showed in a bright-ish blue suit. And this did not go down well on the internet.
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Trump's fashion choice was widely-panned by commentators and journalists as well as by many angry netizens for having 'no respect.'
It is worth noting that Trump was not the only world leader who did not stick to the dress code. Most notably, former US President Joe Biden (wore a blue tie) and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (wore black but did not wear a suit) also deviated from the instructions.
Trump famously had a massive row with Zelensky earlier in the year over a number of issues which among other things included the Ukrainian's disrespect for refusing to adhere to the dress code of the Oval Office.
So, we want to know from you: Do world leaders need to adhere to dress codes?
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