President Donald Trump raised eyebrows during a speech in Miami after inviting a room full of investors to ask him questions about “anything,” including sex, in the middle of ongoing global tensions.
Speaking at the Future Investment Initiative forum, Trump opened the floor to questions and made it clear he would not filter them.
“You can ask me anything you want,” Trump said. “You can talk sex… you can do whatever the hell you want.”
The remark drew scattered laughter from the audience but quickly became one of the most talked-about moments from the event.
The comment came during a speech that was otherwise focused on the war with Iran and the broader situation in the Middle East.
Trump used the address to defend the administration’s military actions, declaring that Iran had been weakened.
“For 47 years, Iran has been known as the bully of the Middle East,” Trump said. “But they are not the bully any longer. They are on the run.”
The timing of the remarks stood out. Just hours after the speech, reports emerged that at least 10 U.S. service members were injured at a military base in Saudi Arabia, with two in serious condition.
Despite the seriousness of the situation, Trump’s off-script comments quickly dominated headlines.
The speech also included another unusual moment. While discussing global shipping routes, Trump referred to the Strait of Hormuz as the “Strait of Trump” before addressing the remark.
“The Fake News will say he accidentally said it,” Trump said. “No, there’s no accidents with me.”
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most critical waterways in the world, with roughly 20% of global oil passing through it.
The region has become a major flashpoint in the ongoing conflict, with Iran partially blockading the route and driving up global energy prices.
Trump has previously floated the idea of renaming major locations, including suggesting the U.S. could rebrand key infrastructure or geographic areas following military or political success.
The Miami event was attended by investors and business leaders, many of whom expected a focus on economic policy and geopolitical strategy.
Instead, the unscripted moments became the defining takeaway.
The contrast between the tone of the jokes and the seriousness of the global situation has fueled criticism, with opponents arguing the comments were inappropriate given the context, per the Daily Beast.
Supporters, however, point to Trump’s speaking style as consistent with his approach, often blending policy discussion with off-the-cuff remarks.
The event highlights a broader pattern. Trump frequently uses unscripted moments to engage audiences, even during high-stakes situations.
That approach keeps him in the headlines but also draws scrutiny over messaging during critical moments.
At the same time, the underlying issues remain serious.
The Iran conflict continues to impact global markets, energy supply, and military operations, with tensions showing no immediate signs of easing.
