I agree, he's taking every advantage of what he considers just another photo-op. He was feigning boredom and Hillary refused to glance at President Bush when he returned to his seat....after yes, nailing it.
honestly do not know what keeps these two people from just melting away in their seats - ala 'the wicked witch of the east' - as they sit in the presence of such a 'higher good'.
. . .a bolt of lightening would seem equally appropriate.