Washington : U.S. President Donald Trump will not attend the wedding of his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., this weekend, saying that ongoing developments related to the Iran crisis and his responsibilities as commander-in-chief require him to remain in Washington.
In a statement posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump said he had hoped to be present at the wedding of Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson but was unable to leave the nation’s capital at a time of heightened international tensions.
“While I very much wanted to be with my son, Don Jr., and his soon-to-be wife, Bettina, circumstances pertaining to government, and my love for the United States of America, do not allow me to do so,” the president wrote.
The wedding ceremony is scheduled to take place in the Bahamas and is expected to be attended by close family members and friends. According to media reports, the couple have already completed the legal formalities of marriage and are now hosting a private celebration.
Trump’s decision comes amid increasing concerns over the situation involving Iran, which has kept the White House focused on national security and foreign policy matters. Administration officials have indicated that the president’s schedule has been adjusted to ensure he remains in Washington during the ongoing developments.
Speaking to reporters earlier, Trump acknowledged that attending the wedding would be difficult given current global circumstances. He noted that the timing was not ideal for international travel and emphasized the importance of remaining available for presidential duties.
Donald Trump Jr., a prominent businessman and political figure, is the eldest son of the president and has played an active role in Republican political campaigns over the years. His marriage to socialite Bettina Anderson has attracted considerable media attention in recent months.
Despite missing the ceremony, Trump extended his best wishes to the couple, expressing hope for a happy and successful future together.
The wedding is expected to proceed as planned, while the president remains in Washington monitoring developments related to U.S. national security and foreign affairs.