As the U.S economy goes up in flames following Liberation Day tariffs, Donald Trump jets off to watch golf in Miami

As economic tensions rise across the country following a wave of new tariffs, Donald Trump arrived in Miami for a weekend of golf and appearances.

Even though Marine One experienced an unanticipated delay when it appeared that it had two flat tyres at Miami International Airport, President Trump arrived at his Doral golf resort Thursday afternoon for a LIV Golf event, as quoted in a report by CBS News.

President Trump planned a weekend of speeches and golf, including time at Mar-a-Lago. Local officials warned drivers about traffic delays near the resort.


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Who’s playing in the LIV event?

Donald Trump and his entourage, including his daughter Ivanka Trump, were forced to switch to a backup helicopter after the apparent problem was captured on camera by CBS News Miami. They made it to the event without any more issues.

He hailed the LIV Golf team, which features players like Dustin Johnson, Phil Mickelson, Bryson DeChambeau, and Brooks Koepka, earlier on Air Force One, referring to them as "some of the best players in the world."

He was escorted by his son, Eric Trump, to the hotel's edge shortly after landing. He waved to supporters for a moment before briskly entering a nearby building.

Earlier Thursday, Eric Trump played with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and other players at the LIV Miami pro-am, as per a report by CBS News.

What’s Donald Trump’s weekend schedule?

Donald Trump was supposed to speak during a dinner Thursday night with LIV players and other attendees.

Before leaving for his main Florida home at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach County, he was supposed to stay at the resort for a few hours.

President Trump's Doral estate is hosting the LIV tournament, which starts on Friday and ends on Sunday.

At some point during the weekend, the president, who is a passionate golfer, is also anticipated to play at one of his other Florida courses in Jupiter.

Due to the president's visit, local authorities issued a warning about possible traffic jams near Northwest 87th Avenue and 41st Street in Doral. It was suggested that local drivers make appropriate plans, as quoted in a report by CBS News.

FAQs

Why was Donald Trump's helicopter delayed in Miami?
Marine One appeared to have two flat tyres, so Donald Trump and his entourage shifted to a backup helicopter.

What is Donald Trump doing in Florida this weekend?
He will be delivering a speech at the LIV Golf event at his Doral resort, and he is also expected to play at his Jupiter course.