President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to travel to Paris this weekend for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral, which has been fully restored after a devastating fire five years ago. French President Emmanuel Macron has played a key role in the restoration efforts, and the trip will mark Trump’s first known overseas visit since May 2023. The historic cathedral is set to welcome visitors on December 7, with Macron expected to deliver remarks and attend a Mass on December 8. This trip comes after Macron congratulated Trump on his election victory and expressed a desire to work together for peace and prosperity. The announcement of the trip also comes shortly after Trump appointed Charles Kushner, father of his son-in-law, as ambassador to France. Charles Kushner had been pardoned by Trump at the end of his first term in 2020 for various criminal charges. This visit to Paris signifies a significant moment for Trump as he prepares to take office and reaffirms his commitment to international relations and diplomacy.
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Trump announces his first trip abroad as president-elect to Paris.
