To some up AP's story, 
Trump "escaped Washington"
Melania didn't wear a scarf
Trump "bent down" 
made no substantial remarks
has a beleaguered staff
endless cycle of negative stories
did not say "radical Islamic terrorism"

Typical AP article. I especially like the "bent down" phrase. Was this written by a high school graduate?  Of course, if Trump had any character he would have pointed to a nearby chair and had someone slide it over for the King to stand on so he could drop the medal over Trump's head while Trump stood up perfectly straight. And Melania could have worn a Russian fur hat the flips up in the front with flaps over the ears. Even though it was 96 degrees....show some respect! The "endless negative stories", written by guess who....the AP! They should look in the mirror. And finally, Trump did not use the phrase "radial Islamic terrorism".  I would suggest the writer (along with all the critics), read "The Art of the Deal".