Trump reveals who he became for Halloween - Himself

Donald Trump joked that he needed only 10 minutes to prepare, unlike Mar-a-Lago guests who reportedly spent nine hours on their costumes
President Donald Trump addressed reporters during his Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, on Saturday, October 31, 2026 (AP Photo | Jacquelyn Martin)
President Donald Trump addressed reporters during his Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, on Saturday, October 31, 2026 (AP Photo | Jacquelyn Martin)

PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: President Donald Trump had a rather unconventional Halloween costume this year, choosing to show up as himself rather than dress up as another character.

Speaking at his Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago on Saturday, October 31, Trump joked that while other guests spent hours preparing their outfits, he needed just 10 minutes to get ready.

Trump jokes about spending just 10 minutes on Halloween costume

President Donald Trump spoke to reporters during the Halloween celebration at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, on Saturday, October 31, 2026 (AP Photo | Jacquelyn Martin)

Trump attended the Halloween celebration in his familiar presidential attire, wearing his usual formal suit and red tie. Rather than opting for an elaborate disguise, the president turned his everyday appearance into his Halloween look.

“These people spend a lot of time and money, rich people. And they spend nine hours getting ready. I had ten minutes. So I came as Donald Trump,” the president said.

Guests attended a jungle-themed Halloween party at President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, on Saturday, October 31, 2026 (AP Photo | Jacquelyn Martin)

His remark came as he compared his preparation time with that of other attendees, who reportedly spent considerable time and money putting together their costumes.

The president's tongue-in-cheek comment offered a humorous take on the festivities, with Trump suggesting that he did not need to become someone else for Halloween.

JD Vance dresses as Dumbledore while son Alec becomes Dobby

While Trump stuck to his signature look, Vice President JD Vance embraced a 'Harry Potter'-inspired Halloween theme with his family.

Vance dressed up as Albus Dumbledore, the famous Hogwarts headmaster, wearing a silver robe, a long grey wig and a beard. His newborn son Alec joined him as Dobby, the house-elf from the popular fantasy franchise.

The official account on X shared a family photograph featuring Vance and his family in their themed outfits. Usha Vance also joined the celebrations, while their eldest son Ewan dressed as Harry Potter. Their other children embraced additional magical characters and creatures.

Vance also shared a video in which he introduced himself as “Vice President Dumbledore” while holding his little son dressed as Dobby.

Trump hosts Halloween celebration at Mar-a-Lago

The president's Halloween appearance came during the annual members-only celebration at his Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach. The event featured a jungle theme, with guests arriving in elaborate costumes for the festivities.

Trump's appearance was among the lighter moments surrounding the Halloween celebrations, while Vance's family photograph offered another glimpse into how the administration's top leaders marked the holiday.

The contrasting costume choices, with Trump presenting himself as his own Halloween character and Vance transforming into a fictional wizard, added a humorous political twist to this year's celebrations.

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