Trump Charged Republicans Hefty Fees for Doral Resort Stay

Former president made millions from GOP lawmakers' policy retreat at his luxury golf club

Mar. 11, 2026 at 8:18pm

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According to reports, former President Donald Trump charged Republican lawmakers exorbitant rates for their stay at his Trump National Doral Golf Club in Miami during a recent GOP policy retreat. The luxury resort's rooms start at over $600 per night, and the retreat attendees were reportedly required to pay the full price with no discounts.

Why it matters

This incident highlights concerns about Trump's continued efforts to profit from his political connections and the GOP's willingness to pay high prices at his properties, even as many Americans struggle with rising costs of living and economic uncertainty.

The details

The four-day Republican policy retreat was held at Trump's Doral resort in Miami this week. Rooms at the luxury golf club start at over $600 per night, and reports indicate that "nothing was on the House" - meaning GOP lawmakers had to pay the full price for their accommodations, rather than receiving any discounts or subsidies. The resort also features high-end amenities like a 125-foot water slide, $420 spa treatments, and a $31 burger on the menu.

  • The Republican policy retreat took place this week in Miami.

The players

Donald Trump

The former president, who owns the Trump National Doral Golf Club where the Republican retreat was held.

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The takeaway

This incident raises further questions about Trump's continued efforts to profit from his political connections and the GOP's willingness to pay high prices at his properties, even as many Americans struggle with rising costs of living and economic uncertainty.