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President Donald Trump recently commented on Tiger Woods' confirmed relationship with his ex-daughter-in-law, Vanessa Trump, expressing his happiness for the couple during a press conference. Trump stated, "I love Tiger, I love Vanessa," emphasizing his support as the golf legend joins the Trump family via his relationship with Vanessa, who previously divorced Donald Trump Jr.
Trump recounted a recent conversation with Woods, where he described the golfer as a "fantastic guy and fantastic athlete." He shared, "Tiger actually called me a few months ago... and he told me about it. And I said, 'Tiger, that’s good.' I’m very happy for both. Let them both be happy," reflecting on the couple’s budding romance, which sparked public interest following an Instagram announcement where Woods proclaimed, "Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side!"
While discussing their relationship, Trump reminisced about Vanessa's prior marriage to his son, revealing that it was "very sad" when the couple divorced after 13 years in 2018. He highlighted that they share five children and referred to their relationship as "very good."
Adding a personal touch, the president mentioned his close relationship with Woods, stating they have played golf together multiple times recently. Trump praised Woods and approved of the romantic connection with Vanessa, emphasizing, "They're both great." He also noted the challenges faced by Vanessa and Don’s marriage, alleging that these were exacerbated by ongoing political issues surrounding his son.
Woods and Vanessa's romance has garnered significant media attention, with many curious about the dynamics involved given the families' intertwined history. Donald Trump's support comes amid a varied response from the public, with Ivanka Trump congratulating the couple on social media, while Donald Trump Jr. remains silent on the matter.
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