Former President Donald Trump attended the third round of the LIV Golf event at his course in Bedminster, New Jersey on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Trump arrived at the venue via golf cart, driving through crowds of cheering fans.
He was accompanied by his daughter, Ivanka Trump, and a significant security detail. The former President was seen greeting fans as LIV golfer Bryson DeChambeau was teeing off on the 16th hole. Trump had arrived in the New Jersey area the previous evening, with Air Force One landing just before 6:00 p.m. ET, before being escorted to the course through a thunderstorm.
This appearance marks a return to a golf event for Trump, who was also present at the Ryder Cup nearly a year prior. LIV Golf has frequently held events at courses owned by Trump's company. Earlier in 2026, the tour played at Trump National Golf Club in Washington, D.C., and previously at the Blue Monster course at Trump National Doral in Miami.
Trump has publicly supported the LIV Golf tour, which was initially backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF). The PIF announced earlier in 2026 that it would cease financial support for LIV Golf after the current season concludes. However, LIV Golf announced this week that it has secured funding for the 2027 season, though specific details were not disclosed.
In April, Trump had expressed his desire to see golfers from both LIV and the PGA Tour compete against each other, stating, "I do believe that all of the golfers should be playing against each other." He cited events like the Masters, where all top players were present, as examples of successful tournaments.