On December 31, 2024, President-elect Donald Trump welcomed the new year with a festive New Year's Eve celebration at his Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida. The event was attended by a number of notable guests, including some of Trump's closest associates.
Among the attendees were prominent figures such as Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, as well as Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas. Marla Maples, who was previously married to Trump, was also present at the gathering. JD Vance, Trump's running mate, attended the event with his wife Usha.
Family members were also in attendance, with Tiffany Trump and her husband Michael Boulos spotted at the celebration, along with Lara and Eric Trump. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and anticipation as guests gathered to ring in the new year.
When asked about his outlook for 2025, President-elect Trump expressed optimism, predicting that the upcoming year would be 'a great year.' He emphasized his belief that the country would thrive, stating, 'We’re going to do fantastic as a country. People aren’t respecting us as much, and they will be.'
The New Year's Eve celebration at Mar-a-Lago provided a glimpse into the upcoming year for President-elect Trump and his associates, setting a positive tone for the future.