Trump Says He Won’t Attend His Son’s Wedding Because Of Government Responsibilities

BreakingBusinessTrump Says He Won’t Attend His Son’s Wedding Because Of Government ResponsibilitiesByAntonio Pequeño IV,Forbes Staff. Pequeño is a breaking news reporter who covers tech and more.Follow AuthorMay 22, 2026, 03:02pm EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump won’t attend his eldest son Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding this weekend, saying “circumstances pertaining to Government” will keep him away.U.S. President Donald Trump departs Air Force One at Morristown Airport for a campaign and economic policy event at SUNY Rockland Community College.Photo by Roberto Schmidt/Getty ImagesKey FactsTrump confirmed his absence in a Truth Social post, saying he “very much wanted” to be at the wedding, but that "circumstances pertaining to Government, and my love for the United States of America, do not allow me to do so.”The wedding, which will reportedly be held in the Bahamas, was described by Trump on Thursday as “a small little private affair.”This is a developing story. Check back for updates.Got a tip? Share confidential information with Forbes.Editorial StandardsReprints & PermissionsLOADING VIDEO PLAYER...FORBES’ FEATURED Video