During her time at Mar-a-Lago from 2016 to 2018, Ashleigh Sasson shared in a Newsweek op-ed that she had positive experiences working for President Donald Trump and his family. She described them as “lovely people” and highlighted the side of them that is often overlooked in the media’s negative portrayal.
Sasson reminisced about her time as a server and bartender at Trump’s Palm Beach, Florida estate, expressing her fond memories of the experience. She also mentioned leaving a nearby burger joint to join the team at Mar-a-Lago.
Sasson described Trump as “very professional, always smiling, kind, and generous.”
During her time working, Sasson had limited interactions with the 45th president, however, she had ample opportunities to observe his children and their families.
She expressed that she developed a positive opinion of the entire family. Sasson was responsible for serving meals to the Trump family both at the main dining area and the more relaxed beach club. While President Trump was the sole individual to leave a tip, she noted that all family members consistently displayed courtesy towards the staff.
“Though the Trump family never saw a check, they were very gracious with their gratitude in the form of verbal appreciation and respect,” she said.
The criminal prosecution of former President Trump by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg for the “hush money” case has brought his private life into the spotlight.
The trial has uncovered scandalous allegations made by adult film actress Stormy Daniels against Trump. In addition to this, the FBI raided Mar-a-Lago, Trump’s main residence, in 2022 as part of an investigation related to classified documents.
Trump, along with two former Mar-a-Lago employees, faced charges in connection to the case. Nevertheless, the federal criminal trial has been essentially dismissed by Judge Aileen Cannon. Following revelations of evidence tampering by prosecutors, Judge Cannon has decided to indefinitely postpone the case.
