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Trump's Golf Trips Cost Taxpayers Nearly $71 Million

11/29/2025

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President Donald Trump has spent nearly $71 million in taxpayer funds on golf during his second term, with estimates suggesting costs could reach $300 million by the end of his presidency.
His recent visit to Mar-a-Lago was his 16th trip this year, costing approximately $3.4 million each for travel and security.
Trump's golf expenses include nine trips to his Bedminster, NJ resort and one to a new course in Scotland.
His golfing habits have drawn scrutiny, as they contradict his earlier promises to limit such activities while in office.

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President Donald Trump has spent nearly $71 million in taxpayer funds on golf during his second term, with estimates suggesting costs could reach $300 million by the end of his presidency.
His recent visit to Mar-a-Lago was his 16th trip this year, costing approximately $3.4 million each for travel and security.
Trump's golf expenses include nine trips to his Bedminster, NJ resort and one to a new course in Scotland.
His golfing habits have drawn scrutiny, as they contradict his earlier promises to limit such activities while in office.