Trump’s granddaughter faces backlash for ‘out of touch’ grocery store video

11 Mar 2026 • 3:40 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Kai Trump, granddaughter of Donald Trump, has faced criticism for a YouTube video documenting a luxury grocery shop with her Secret Service detail.
  • In the video, she visited Erewhon, which she called "the most expensive grocery store", joking about going "bankrupt" while browsing.
  • She purchased items, including Hailey Bieber's viral smoothie and sushi, spending $233 on a single bag of groceries.
  • Viewers on YouTube and X widely condemned the video as "out of touch", highlighting the use of taxpayer-funded security and current global events.
  • Kai, daughter of Donald Trump Jr., is a popular YouTuber and aspiring professional golfer, reportedly securing over $1m in endorsement deals.

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