A late-night helicopter ride turned into a viral moment as Donald Trump pointed a stern finger at Melania, only to be met with a firm head shake.

On a whirlwind trip to the United Nations General Assembly in New York, the Trumps found themselves in a series of awkward and frustrating situations, from a peculiar exchange on Marine One to technical mishaps and a near-miss on a broken escalator, as the Daily Mail reports.

The drama began on Tuesday morning when the first couple arrived at the U.N., only to get stuck on a malfunctioning escalator. They had to trudge up the metal stairs, gripping the handrail to avoid a tumble. Trump didn’t mince words, calling it “absolutely sabotage” and suggesting it could have been disastrous without that tight grip.

Escalator incident sparks sabotage claims

A U.N. spokesperson offered a less conspiratorial take, explaining that a White House videographer likely triggered an emergency stop mechanism while walking backward up the escalator. But Trump wasn’t buying it, demanding security tapes be preserved and even urging arrests for those responsible. Is this a case of overzealous safety features or something more sinister?

Once inside, Trump’s U.N. speech hit more snags with audio troubles that left world leaders struggling to hear unless they used interpreter earpieces. A U.N. official noted the system, designed for translations into six languages, has been standard for decades. Apparently, no one thought to clue in the Trumps, leaving Melania herself unable to catch a word from the front row.

Adding insult to injury, Trump’s teleprompter went “stone cold dark” mid-speech, forcing him to wing it for a good 15 minutes before it flickered back to life. He later boasted the speech got rave reviews despite the glitch, implying that few could have pulled off such an impromptu performance. One has to wonder if the U.N.’s tech team was asleep at the switch or if this was another jab at the president.

Presidential suspicions voiced

Trump tied these mishaps together, dubbing them a “triple sabotage” and refusing to chalk it up to coincidence. He’s taken his grievances straight to the top, announcing a letter to U.N. Secretary General António Guterres demanding an immediate probe. If nothing else, the man knows how to turn a bad day into a rallying cry.

The White House confirmed that the Secret Service is looking into the escalator debacle, though they’ve stayed mum on further details. Meanwhile, a U.N. technician reset the escalator shortly after the incident, and it reportedly worked fine for the rest of the day. Still, the lack of trust here speaks volumes about the tension between Trump’s camp and the international body.

Fast forward to Wednesday night, and the Trumps were back in the spotlight, this time aboard Marine One after returning from New York. Footage captured an uncomfortable moment as the president pointed a finger at his wife while seated across from her. Melania’s response? A resolute head shake that’s already fueling endless speculation.

Awkward moment on Marine One

Yet, in a classic Trump twist, the couple was later seen exiting the helicopter and strolling hand-in-hand across the White House South Lawn. Perhaps this was just a fleeting spat, or maybe it’s a glimpse into the pressures of public life. Either way, the optics are a gift to pundits everywhere.

The Daily Mail reached out to the White House for clarity on the Marine One clip, but no comment has been forthcoming. It’s hardly surprising -- when you’re battling perceived sabotage on one front, a personal moment might not top the priority list.

Trump didn’t hold back on his broader frustrations with the U.N., using his speech to argue the organization is fundamentally broken. He pointed out their absence during his efforts to end seven wars, questioning the very purpose of the institution. “What is the purpose of the U.N.?” he mused, driving home a point many conservatives might echo about bloated bureaucracies.

Trump questions U.N.'s relevance

Labeling his UN experience a “REAL DISGRACE,” Trump vented on social media about the trio of incidents that marred his visit. His supporters might see this as yet another example of global elites undermining a leader who dares to challenge the status quo. Critics, though, could argue it’s just bad luck amplified by a flair for drama.

At the end of the day, Trump summed up his U.N. takeaway with biting wit: “These are the two things I got from the United Nations: a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter.”

It’s a line that cuts through the noise, reminding folks why his unfiltered style resonates with so many. Whether you see sabotage or simple incompetence, the saga paints a picture of a leader perpetually at odds with the establishment.