Donald Trump Jr wedding absence confirmed as Donald Trump cites government duties for missing son’s wedding with Bettina Anderson

United States President Donald Trump on Friday in Washington, United States, announced that he will not attend the wedding of his son, Donald Trump Jr, citing pressing government responsibilities and his commitment to national duties.

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The statement, posted on Trump’s Truth Social account, confirmed the Donald Trump Jr wedding absence and explained that official obligations at the White House would prevent him from attending the ceremony involving his son and fiancée, Bettina Anderson.

In his message, the US President said he had “very much wanted” to be present for the occasion but emphasised that the demands of governance during what he described as an important period required his continued attention in office.

“While I very much wanted to be with my son, Don Jr., and the newest member of the Trump Family, his soon to be wife, Bettina, circumstances pertaining to Government, and my love for the United States of America, do not allow me to do so,” he wrote.

The announcement marks a rare public admission of absence from a major family event for the President, who framed the decision as one driven by duty rather than personal choice.

Despite the absence, Trump extended congratulations to the couple, wishing them well ahead of their upcoming wedding ceremony.

The development has drawn attention in political and social circles given the high-profile nature of the Trump family and the visibility of presidential engagements.

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Donald Trump Jr, a prominent businessman and political figure, is expected to proceed with the ceremony privately with close family and associates in attendance.