Donald Trump is, without question, a larger-than-life figure—big in stature, persona, and influence. It’s fitting that he also heads a large family. With five children from three marriages and 11 grandchildren, the Trump legacy shows no sign of shrinking.
Many of his children, including Donald Trump Jr., have become public figures in their own right, though it’s fair to say they’ve benefited from their father’s fame. Among the younger generation, however, are several Trumps still too young to make headlines—at least for now.
That changed briefly for one grandson, Spencer Trump, who recently turned 13. His father, Donald Trump Jr., marked the occasion with a 12-photo Instagram post, including several pictures of Spencer hunting.
“Happy birthday to the littlest of my little men,” Don Jr. wrote. “I love you so much. Can’t wait to get back outdoors with you.”
While the post seemed harmless, critics online took issue with the images of Spencer holding rifles, calling it inappropriate and cruel toward animals. Supporters, meanwhile, defended the family’s hunting tradition.
It’s not the first time Don Jr. has faced backlash for his passion for hunting—he’s previously been criticized for expensive and controversial trips abroad.
What do you think of the criticism over Spencer’s birthday post?