Did you see the creep when he was saluted by the officers as he handed out diplomas?
I KNOW it's protocol for the president to return the salute.
WHATA YA think he did?
I watched that, but in all honesty, whoever was receiving the salutes would not have had to return them during that type of event. He did shake hands with each, though at times he looked completely bored and some of his smiles looked like they were slapped on him. Very fake.
Presidents returning salutes is a relatively new tradition. Veterans and retirees can now salute the colors in civilian attire, whereas before it wasn't protocol. I've always believed in returning a salute even after I retired.
Once I saw Obama saluting when a flag draped coffin was being brought home. Some folks were upset over that, but hey, if the CIC can't set protocol, who can?