Staff Reports
Steve had an interesting morning stroll through President Trump’s iconic Mar-a-Lago resort. In Florida’s sunny Palm Beach, with temperatures at a cozy 78 degrees, Steve took us on a guided tour alongside none other than Eric Trump himself. One couldn’t help but envy the gorgeous views of the Atlantic Ocean as they walked around this iconic property. It’s a bit of a step up from the average American family vacation spot, yet it’s a reminder of the kind of life the Trumps have led—and how they’ve turned this palatial home into more than just a vacation spot but rather a kind of political command center.
As Eric Trump warmly welcomed Steve to their family’s prestigious residence, he couldn’t resist highlighting the property’s financial underestimation. New York Attorney General Letitia James had once valued Mar-a-Lago at a mere $18 million, a figure Eric scoffed at, given its monumental stature. He pointed out the splendor of the resort that housed so many of their family memories and had been the backdrop to significant moments in political history. Mar-a-Lago is where former President Trump has occasionally taken on the role of resident DJ, much to the delight of members who, according to Eric, form the greatest membership in the world.
Mar-a-Lago wasn’t just a home; it was the setting for pivotal discussions, including government transitions involving influential figures like Elon Musk and Howard Schultz. Steve and Eric reveled in tales of how different and extraordinary growing up on such a property was—the social gatherings and the familial experiences shared within those walls. The affluence echoed in every corner, from the near-century-old Steinway piano to the lavish hand-painted European tiles, artfully interspersed with Latin inscriptions, showcasing opulence that might make an average tourist gasp.
Eric couldn’t resist recounting the tense moments when the FBI came calling, with 30 agents at the gate. Likely, they weren’t there to admire the landscape. Many watched as this picturesque resort got caught up in national headlines. The Trumps have seen their share of dramas, most recently embodied in Eric’s latest book, “Under Siege.” Eric narrates the family’s legal battles, unending subpoenas, and the attempted dismantling of their political and business world. The tales include challenges most average Americans could never fathom facing, yet they seem to find a certain pride in emerging from each skirmish with heads held high.
Steve looked amazed by the end of the tour as he stood before the iconic entrance of Mar-a-Lago, where the world’s most influential personalities had once walked. And who could blame him? It’s not every day that you see the site of so much political intrigue and power struggles up close. Eric handed Steve a copy of his book, voicing the hope that, despite all the chaos surrounding their lives, history would reflect positively on their challenges. As they wrapped up with a fantastic view of the beach club, one couldn’t help but conclude that, whatever one might say about the Trumps, they certainly know how to create a masterful blend of drama and luxury.
