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Eric And Lara Trump’s Glitzy Dress-Up Post Sparks ‘Let Them Eat Cake’ Backlash
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Eric Trump and his wife, Lara Trump, drew criticism Wednesday after sharing a glitzy photo of themselves dressed in their finest attire ― as many Americans continue to grapple with rising costs. Donald Trump’s son posted the image on X the morning after a state dinner hosted by the president for Britain’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla. “What a beautiful night in D.C. with @LaraLeaTrump!” he wrote. “Now off to Vegas,” he added, noting he would attend a bitcoin conference. See the photo on X. Critics piled on, saying the post had “let them eat cake” vibes and accusing the couple of flaunting their wealth and privilege at a time when many Americans are struggling financially. Fellow Trump scions Ivanka Trump and Tiffany Trump drew similar ire for their photos from the royal event. The backlash came just days after Eric Trump faced scrutiny from Democratic lawmakers over the $24 million Pentagon contract awarded to robotics startup Foundation Future Industries, where he serves as chief strategy adviser. What fun. Americans can’t afford food, gas, or healthcare, but you are off to Vegas to make some more crypto coin deals. Lucky you. Living lavish while 95% of the peasants suffer. Enjoy it while you can I suppose Must be nice. Living at the top and looking down on everyone that makes you filthy rich, working 2 jobs just to put groceries on the table. Walking to work cause gas is too expensive. Yeah. Must be nice. 2 people who could care less about the American people rubbing their wealth and born into privilege in our faces. We are sikkk of you and your "rich without merit" family showing off your luxurious lifestyles while we struggle. When this is over, the Trump family will be shamed until the end of time! Nice the Epstein Class gets to feast on champagne and caviar while working folks can't afford groceries.Let them eat cake. Dude is just shit posting in our faces while investors lose millions. Most people can’t even afford to leave their own hometown and you’re out here bragging about flying to Las Vegas Vegas. By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.