Michelle Obama is proving to be the most un-couth first lady ever. Not only does she dare to bare her arms at congressional addresses, but she breaks royal protocol by–gasp–touching the Queen of England. During the presidential trip to the motherland, Mrs. Obama lovingly puts her arm around her majesty.

And a hush falls over the crowd.

For centuries, courtiers have warned visitors, “do not touch the Queen.” Public displays of affection are not commonplace at Buckingham Palace. Some Brits are outraged at the first lady’s seemed disrespect. It’s true, her royal highness made the first move, but Perhaps Mrs. Obama lingered a little too long, the Queen pulls away almost immediately.