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Trump's $250 Million Mar-a-Lago Project Draws Elite Backing

11/4/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump has drawn support from South Florida elites for a $250 million Mar-a-Lago ballroom project.
Notable donors include Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, and local figures Benjamin Leon Jr. and the Fanjul family.
The list includes ties to Trump via Kelly Loeffler and Stephen Schwarzman, who have previously contributed to his campaigns.
Critics say luxury renovations take priority over pressing immigration and trade concerns.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has drawn support from South Florida elites for a $250 million Mar-a-Lago ballroom project.
Notable donors include Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, and local figures Benjamin Leon Jr. and the Fanjul family.
The list includes ties to Trump via Kelly Loeffler and Stephen Schwarzman, who have previously contributed to his campaigns.
Critics say luxury renovations take priority over pressing immigration and trade concerns.