President Trump Defends Son’s Wedding Funding
In Washington, President Trump defended his son's wedding party, stating that it was "totally allowed" for it to be partially bankrolled by a Russian oligarch, and added that he had been informed the money would be paid back.
Clarksburg Weston, WV, September 18, 2026 —
President Donald Trump has publicly defended the financing of his son’s wedding party, asserting that the arrangement was permissible. The President stated that it was “totally allowed” for the event to be partially funded by a Russian oligarch.
In remarks made in Washington, President Trump further addressed the financial aspect of the wedding celebration. He indicated that he had received information suggesting that the funds provided would be repaid. The specific details regarding the amount of money involved, the identity of the Russian oligarch, and the terms or timeline for the alleged repayment were not disclosed in the President’s statements.
The President’s defense comes amid scrutiny of financial dealings involving individuals connected to his administration and campaign. While President Trump asserted the legality and intent of the financial arrangement for his son’s wedding, further information regarding the transaction remains unprovided.
Story summarized from the original created by WILL WEISSERT, Associated Press on www.wboy.com, see more information here.
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