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Trump Faces Backlash Over $26M Golf Costs and Skipping Fallen Soldiers' Transfer

Criticism mounts as President Trump prioritizes golf events over solemn national duties, fueling debates over government waste and ethical leadership.

Overview

  • President Trump's golfing expenses during his second term have reached $26 million as of March 30, 2025, sparking concerns over misuse of taxpayer funds.
  • Trump skipped the dignified transfer of four American soldiers killed in Lithuania to attend a golf event at his Trump National Golf Club in Florida.
  • Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) criticized Trump's actions during a Department of Government Efficiency subcommittee hearing, calling attention to fiscal mismanagement and ethical neglect.
  • Critics argue that Trump's leisure activities symbolize broader governmental inefficiencies as essential services like Social Security and Medicare face cuts.
  • Veterans and their families expressed outrage over Trump's decision, highlighting the perceived lack of respect for military service and sacrifice.

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