Trump makes major changes to his golf playing habit after second assassination attempt
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Former president Donald Trump, known for his love of golf, has made the surprising decision to stop playing on courses he owns following two assassination attempts in just three months, as per The Daily Beast.
Trump has informed advisors that he is no longer planning to golf at his own courses, marking a significant shift for someone who has famously called the sport his main source of relaxation, according to a recent report by The New York Times.
Donald Trump to stop playing on his own courses following two assassination attempts
The decision follows the recent assassination attempt in which US prosecutors charged Ryan Wesley Routh with attempting to kill Donald Trump near his Florida golf course earlier this month.
Trump himself acknowledged the heightened danger associated with his golfing activities in an interview with 'Full Measure' last week.
In an interview with the Sinclair Broadcast Group show, he joked about the situation, saying, "I used to play golf a little bit, but that seems to be quite a dangerous sport in retrospect."
This marks the second incident in recent months where Trump’s passion for golf has placed him in danger, raising concerns among his security detail.
The concerns are particularly heightened due to Trump’s routine, as he often mingles with guests at his clubs, creating unpredictable security challenges for the teams responsible for his safety.
The New York Times report highlights that Trump is at his happiest when interacting with people on the patios of his courses, a routine that has caused challenges for his protective detail.
Trump owns a total of 18 golf courses, making his collection of golf properties quite extensive.
According to his official Trump Golf website, 15 of these are currently operational, while one in Oman and two in Indonesia are slated to open at a future date.
His affection for his courses is evident, as he often praises their design and aesthetic appeal, frequently contrasting them with those run by other organizations.
The former president has frequently criticized golf operators who prioritize environmental concerns, like water conservation, accusing them of compromising the sport's aesthetics and enjoyment.
He once derided North Carolina’s renowned Pinehurst Resort as a "burned-out monstrosity" due to its environmentally conscious approach to course management.
Donald Trump's plan to stop playing golf at his own courses sparks trolling
The news that Donald Trump intends to stop playing golf at his own courses has not gone unnoticed online, with social media users quick to react.
On Facebook, one person remarked, "He has pobably run out of suckers to play with. Everybody knows he cheats." Another said, "Might be harder to cheat."
"It's not like he was any good at it. Or anything for that matter," wrote one person. Another added, "Yeah right..I give him 5 minutes before he caves." One individual wrote, "You want to call that golfing."
Another pointed out, "Laziest ex-president and candidate this country has ever seen."
One netizen remarked, "The pathological liar says what now??" Another added, "Yeah sure see how long that will last.."
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