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Trump Faces Backlash for Golfing Post-Putin Summit

8/18/2025

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President Trump received backlash for golfing after unsuccessful negotiations with Putin regarding the Ukraine war.
Critics pointed out the $4 million taxpayer expense for his golf weekends.
Supporters commended his stamina, while opponents viewed his golfing as an inadequate response to the summit's outcome.
Since taking office, Trump has spent over 50 days on the golf course.

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President Trump received backlash for golfing after unsuccessful negotiations with Putin regarding the Ukraine war.
Critics pointed out the $4 million taxpayer expense for his golf weekends.
Supporters commended his stamina, while opponents viewed his golfing as an inadequate response to the summit's outcome.
Since taking office, Trump has spent over 50 days on the golf course.