Summary
An event at President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence hosted the American Humane Society's Hero Dog Awards Gala. Attendees wore 18th-century style costumes and dog masks, which led to online criticism. The event aimed to honor brave and inspiring dogs.
Key Facts
- The event was the American Humane Society's 15th Annual Hero Dog Awards Gala.
- It took place at Mar-a-Lago on January 9.
- Attendees wore costumes resembling 18th-century European aristocracy and dog masks.
- A video from the event shows people dancing in costumes, which went viral, receiving 1.7 million views.
- The event aims to recognize dogs for bravery, healing, and second-chance stories.
- The winner of the Hero Dog Award was a therapy dog named Sergeant Bo.
- President Donald Trump was seen addressing the crowd at the event.
- The Mar-a-Lago resort is available for rental by the public, so the presence of events there does not automatically imply the president's involvement.
