Saturday, March 15, 2025
Mar 15, 2025: President Trump golfed and hosted a fundraising dinner at Mar-a-Lago. Estimated taxpayer cost: $430K for peak security, police, and motorcades. No Air Force One use recorded.
ACTIVITY BREAKDOWN
Peak Secret Service & Security Operations (Mar-a-Lago/Palm Beach)
Full Secret Service and federal support staff for Trump’s presence at Mar-a-Lago and travels to the Trump golf club. Reflects documented $200,000–$300,000 daily federal outlay for Palm Beach security after assassination attempt.
Local Law Enforcement Assist (Palm Beach)
Coordinated local police and Palm Beach Sheriff's Office details for presidential routes (Mar-a-Lago, golf club event). Recent federal budgets confirm routine reimbursement at or above $60,000/day for these outlays.
Local Motorcade (multiple short trips)
Estimated three motorcade operations (Mar-a-Lago⇄Golf Club, fundraising event), using GAO’s $5–10K/short trip and recent reporting.
Incidentals (logistics, OT, ops; capped)
Logistics, overtime, and other minor expenses, capped at 15% of sum of primary travel, security, and law enforcement categories, per federal guidance.