President Donald Trump has indicated that he may be unable to attend his son's wedding this Memorial Day weekend, citing a demanding schedule. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump acknowledged that his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., would like him to be present, but noted the event is planned as a small, private affair. 'You know this is not good timing for me. I have a thing called Iran and other things. That's one I can't win on. If I do attend, I get killed. If I don't attend, I get killed by the fake news,' Trump remarked.
Wedding Plans Scaled Down
Donald Trump Jr., 48, and Bettina Anderson, 39, a Palm Beach socialite, are set to wed over Memorial Day weekend. The couple initially postponed plans for a lavish White House ceremony, fearing it would overshadow the president during ongoing conflicts. However, with no resolution in sight, they opted for a smaller gathering. A source close to the couple told the Daily Mail: 'They want to have a very private, private event. It will be quite lovely. It's going to be tiny, only family and perhaps some old college friends will be there, the people who are especially tight with them. A very small group.'
President's Attendance Uncertain
Currently, even President Trump is not confirmed as a guest, though the source added, 'But you never know with him, of course. Maybe he will drop in. He's been known to do those kind of things.' The couple is determined to maintain secrecy and control over the event, having previously managed their engagement at Camp David with similar discretion. A future celebration at the White House involving the president is anticipated.
Relationship Timeline
Trump Jr. and Anderson began dating in late 2024, shortly after he ended his engagement to former Fox News host Kimberly Guilfoyle, now the U.S. Ambassador to Greece. The proposal took place at Camp David in December 2025 during Anderson's birthday. The wedding follows a lavish bridal shower at Mar-a-Lago, attended by Ivanka Trump, Lara Trump, Tiffany Trump, and others. First Lady Melania Trump was notably absent. Trump Jr. surprised Anderson with a large red floral bouquet during the shower.
The couple kept their relationship discreet for months while Trump Jr. still resided with Guilfoyle. In August 2024, they were spotted sharing intimate moments at a Palm Beach brunch. Following public sightings, Guilfoyle's associates revealed she was blindsided by the new relationship. By December 2025, Trump Jr. and Anderson were photographed together, signaling his move on from Guilfoyle, who assumed her diplomatic role in November 2025.
