US President Donald Trump visited one of his private golf courses in Virginia on Saturday, as the country grapples with a rapid surge in coronavirus cases. The trip came a day after he said he would remain in Washington DC to ensure law and order during ongoing anti-racism protests.
This marks Trump's 271st golf outing since taking office, averaging once every 4.6 days, according to CNN. His predecessor Barack Obama played 333 rounds over two terms, per NBC. The visit drew criticism given the US hit a record 40,000 new daily coronavirus cases on Friday, per Johns Hopkins, with spikes in Texas, Florida, and Arizona after reopening.
Trump has faced criticism for his pandemic response, including not wearing masks, holding rallies in hotspots, and promoting unproven cures. On Friday, he cancelled a trip to New Jersey due to protests, tweeting he wanted to enforce law and order. However, he proceeded to Virginia, where protesters greeted him with signs like 'Trump Makes Me Sick' and a middle finger salute.
It is unclear if Trump played golf, but he was seen in a white polo and red cap, typical golf attire. The visit underscores ongoing debates about his priorities amid public health and social unrest.
