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Trump bashed son Don Jr behind closed doors over lavish Bahamas wedding party funded by Russian oligarch
Trump privately criticized son Don Jr for hosting a Bahamas wedding party funded by Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev.
In brief
Trump privately criticized son Don Jr for hosting a Bahamas wedding party funded by Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev. Trump criticized his son Don Jr for allowing Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev to fund his Bahamas wedding party. Originally reported by Dailymail.
Trump criticized son Don Jr
Donald Trump privately aired grievances with aides over his son's lavish Bahamas wedding party.
Wedding party funded by Russian oligarch
Russian businessman Umar Kremlev partially paid for the post-wedding party in the Bahamas.
Trump's complaint about funding
Trump allegedly complained this was bad judgment from his son despite not attending the event.
Trump's claim on repayment
Trump stated Don Jr paid back Kremlev following the Caribbean party in May.
Bettina's wedding details
The couple had 18 guests at the ceremony and 50 people at the reception.
Bettina's Instagram post
Bettina posted never-before-seen photos calling Kremlev 'our dear friend Umar' and stating he hosted celebrations after their wedding.
Bettina's statement on friendship
She ended by saying friendship doesn't require political motives and generosity doesn't automatically come with agendas.
Bettina's full statement
Bettina wrote that the party was a generous gift from a friend and not a political or sinister act.
Bettina's clarification
She emphasized that the wedding was private and the weekend was planned as a fun time with friends.
House Oversight Democrats questioned
Representative James Walkinshaw wrote on X that a Putin-connected oligarch secretly bankrolled Don Jr's wedding.
Representative Garcia questioned
Representative Robert Garcia also questioned why a Russian oligarch funded Trump Jr's wedding in the Bahamas.
White House response
The White House and Don Jr's representatives have been contacted for comment.
What to remember
Trump criticized his son Don Jr for allowing Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev to fund his Bahamas wedding party.
