Secret Service Had Already Banned Tiger Woods from Driving Trump Kids Before Crash
Concern has been escalating within the Trump family following golfer Tiger Woods' recent car accident, according to insider sources. Last week, Woods flipped his Range Rover while attempting to overtake a truck at high speed near his Jupiter Island, Florida residence.
Safety Protocols and Family Concerns
Woods, one of America's greatest sports legends and a personal friend of former President Donald Trump, has reportedly caused genuine concern because Trump family members could have been in the vehicle. Woods is currently dating Donald Trump's former daughter-in-law, Vanessa Trump, who has five children with Donald Trump Jr.
'There would be concern if the kids weren't being protected by Secret Service,' a source told the New York Post, adding that authorities are 'certainly not letting Tiger Woods — even without the DUI — drive the kids around.'
The children — Kai (18), Donald Trump III (17), Tristan (14), Spencer (14), and Chloe (11) — receive round-the-clock federal protection as members of the former president's immediate family. This protection continues for six months after a presidency concludes, meaning coverage extends until 2029 in this case.
Recent Incident and Historical Context
The crash has intensified scrutiny of the 50-year-old former world number one golfer. While Woods passed a breathalyzer test with 'triple zeros' at the scene, he refused to provide a urine sample. Florida police reported he appeared 'lethargic' and showed 'signs of impairment,' suggesting he might have been on 'some type of medication or drug.'
This incident echoes Woods' 2017 arrest when he was found asleep behind the wheel of a running vehicle. The 15-time major champion attributed that incident to a problematic combination of prescription medications and later pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
Sources emphasized that neither Vanessa Trump nor any children were near the crash scene last week, and no family members were directly involved in the accident.
Political and Personal Reactions
Donald Trump has maintained a sympathetic stance toward his friend. Speaking in Miami ahead of the Saudi-backed Future Investment Initiative Priority Summit, Trump expressed concern while affirming their friendship.
'I feel so badly. He's got some difficulty. There was an accident and that's all I know. Very close friend of mine. He's an amazing person, amazing man. But some difficulty,' Trump stated.
The two have frequently played golf together over the years, and Woods has been a White House guest on multiple occasions during Trump's presidency.
Relationship Strain and Future Implications
Woods and Vanessa Trump began dating in March of last year, and sources close to the couple indicate they held 'crunch talks' after Woods was released from jail following the crash.
'She's not happy at all,' a source told the Daily Mail. 'She's both disappointed and a little bit p*****, if I'm being honest. It's a definite red flag and she told him that he's going to get this sorted out, and that she's going to require that. He has to get things under control, or she's not going to stick around.'
The situation highlights ongoing security concerns for protected individuals and raises questions about personal relationships intersecting with Secret Service protocols. As Woods navigates both legal and personal challenges, the incident underscores the complex dynamics between celebrity friendships, family safety, and federal protection responsibilities.
