Donald Trump Jr.'s Wedding Expenses Partially Covered by Putin Ally
Summary
Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding expenses were partially covered by Russian billionaire Umar Kremlev, prompting an ethics controversy over gifts from foreign nationals linked to Vladimir Putin. ProPublica reported that the three-day ceremony in the Bahamas included costly private-island accommodations and fireworks paid for by Kremlev.
Key Points
- Some expenses for Donald Trump Jr.’s three-day wedding were reportedly paid by Russian billionaire Umar Kremlev, a Putin associate.
- ProPublica said Kremlev covered two nights at a private island venue in the Bahamas and paid for fireworks worth about $70,000.
- Ethics watchdogs said the gift could pose a conflict of interest because of Trump Jr.’s connection to the US president.
- Kremlev heads the International Boxing Association and has received Russia’s Order of Friendship from Vladimir Putin.
