Don Jr faces backlash over nicotine product in photo with his children: 'Not the Zyn next to the child!'

PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Donald Trump Jr may have unintentionally stirred up some unrest on social media with one seemingly innocent family post.

The 47-year-old businessman shared a heartwarming series of photos on Instagram this past Saturday, January 4, featuring his kids, Spencer, 12, and Chloe, 10. But as sweet as the "games night and indoor s’mores" caption sounded, his critics pounced at one small detail in the snaps.

Donald Trump Jr raises eyebrows with tobacco product placement

Among the s’mores-making fun and board games, eagle-eyed followers couldn’t help but notice an opened container of Zyn nicotine on the table. 

"Not the Zyn next to the child!" one responded.

"You probably shouldn’t let your daughter Zyn at that age," another wrote.

"I hope he doesn’t get high around his children," someone else chimed in, while another joked, "S’mores and Zyns."

While many were quick to point out the proximity of the nicotine product to the kids, others took a more measured approach. Some noted that the canister was closed and that Spencer and Chloe appeared completely oblivious to its presence.

One fan gushed about the happy family dynamic: "The joy and happiness in [this] family."

They quipped, "And I see the Zyn. Spittin’ while hunting."

The Zyn debate is nothing new, as the nicotine pouch brand has become an unlikely symbol of conservative masculinity over the past year.

It even garnered headlines in November when prominent conservative journalist Tucker Carlson ditched the brand to launch his own competitor, ALP. Carlson’s decision stemmed from alleged political donations to Democrats made by employees of Philip Morris, the tobacco firm behind Zyn, the Daily Mail reported.

Split with Kimberly Guilfoyle and new romance with Bettina Anderson

Donald Trump Jr recently introduced his new girlfriend Bettina Anderson at his family’s Christmas gathering at Mar-a-Lago. This marks a new chapter for him following his split from Kimberly Guilfoyle.

According to sources close to the Trump family, Trump Jr is planning to bring Anderson to his father Donald Trump’s inauguration later this month. However, this decision reportedly has irked some members of the Trump inner circle.

"It’s one thing to worry about Palm Beach shenanigans making a stop at Mar-a-Lago," an insider claimed. "But to let those problems penetrate the White House is a new level of trouble."

Trump Jr and Guilfoyle — who began dating in 2018 — confirmed their breakup with a statement underscoring their mutual respect. “Kimberly and I will never stop caring for each other and will always keep a special bond,” Trump Jr said.

“I could not be more proud of her and the important role she’ll continue to play in my father‘s administration,” the Republican added. “Anyone taking baseless and petty fake news cheap shots at her in the tabloids are just embarrassing themselves," he stated.

"She’s been an undefeated prosecutor, national TV news star, a leader of the MAGA movement, and close advisor to the president," he continued. "The people of Greece are getting an absolute star and now the whole world will see it more than ever. Since the very beginning, no one on Team Trump has worked harder than Kimberly to help elect and reelect my father — and no one deserves this ambassadorship more than she does," he opined.

As for Guilfoyle, she’s moving on too. It's worth noting that the former prosecutor was previously married to California Governor Gavin Newsom and later businessman Eric Villency.

Meanwhile, Trump Jr and Anderson’s budding romance seems to be gaining momentum. Sources revealed that the couple made their debut at Mar-a-Lago last week, cementing their relationship three months after they were first spotted locking lips at a Palm Beach restaurant.

"When it comes to his relationship with Bettina, it’s just about them," insiders shared. "He wants a partner. She doesn’t need anything from him and just wants to be with him."

Through all the public drama, however, Trump Jr continues to be a doting father to his five children: Kai, 17, Donald III, 15, Tristan, 13, Spencer, and Chloe.

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