Trump’s Golf Trips in Florida Have Cost Taxpayers $18 Million Since January
In less than two months back in office, President Trump has spent 13 days golfing, raising concerns over escalating expenses and security costs.
Overview
- President Donald Trump has played golf on 13 out of 48 days since his return to the White House in January 2025.
- The total taxpayer cost of his Florida golf trips has now surpassed $18 million, with overall expenses expected to exceed his first term’s $151.5 million spend.
- Trump’s trips involve significant security measures, including military transport of his motorcade, Coast Guard patrols, and local law enforcement resources.
- The president has primarily golfed at his West Palm Beach and Doral courses, with most weekends spent in Florida since his inauguration.
- Heightened security measures follow two assassination attempts during his 2024 campaign, including one at his West Palm Beach golf club.