President Donald Trump said his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., will repay a Russian businessman who helped fund his wedding party. The president defended the original gift as “totally allowed” under applicable rules.
The contribution came from Umar Kremlev, a Russian businessman, and covered costs worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. The wedding celebration reportedly relied on that financial support.
Trump said his son made the decision to return the money. He did not specify a timeline for the repayment or how the funds would be transferred.
The arrangement has drawn attention because of ongoing scrutiny of financial ties between Trump associates and Russian figures. No charges have been announced in connection with the gift.
Kremlev has held leadership roles in international amateur boxing organizations. His business interests have previously brought him into contact with global sports officials.
The president characterized the original contribution as permissible. He did not address whether disclosure rules applied to the wedding expenses.
Representatives for Donald Trump Jr. have not publicly commented on the repayment plan. The White House has not released additional details about the transaction.
