On May 5, 2020, Trump toured a Honeywell International plant in Phoenix to visit a Honeywell International plant that manufactured N95 masks amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Trump and his entourage did not wear masks, despite workers being required to, and signs directing them to be worn at all times. He later said that he consulted with the CEO ahead of his visit to avoid using one.

Trump’s visit became especially notable when it was pointed out that the Guns N’ Roses song “Live and Let Die” was blaring over the speaks during his visit.

Axl Rose of Guns N’ Roses had previously demanded that the Trump administration stop using their music for events.

It’s unknown whether it was chosen by Trump’s entourage, played as an act of rebellion by someone present, or simply came on the radio.

On the day of Trump’s visit, the United States totaled 1,242,114 confirmed cases and suffered 73,691 deaths.

In later tours of factories, Trump also refused to wear a mask. In one instance, he said it was because he didn’t want to “give the press the pleasure.” In another, the facility discarded the day’s product.

The New York Times – Trump Gives Phoenix Mask Factory Visit a Campaign Feel
Reuters – Trump says he did not wear mask at Honeywell facility after consulting CEO
The Guardian – Live and Let Die plays as Trump visits mask factory without a mask
Worldometer – Coronavirus Cases, United States