Trump Family Scandal: Wedding Gift Raises Questions About Foreign Influence and Family Finances The latest revelation in the ongoing saga of the Trump family's dealings involves Donald Trump's claim that his son, Donald Jr.
, repaid a Russian oligarch for a lavish wedding gift. The gift, estimated to be worth several hundred thousand dollars, was given by Oleg Deripaska, a wealthy businessman with ties to Vladimir Putin's inner circle.
The wedding gift in question was presented to Donald Trump Jr. in 2005 when he married his then wife, Vanessa. Deripaska's present consisted of a diamond encrusted watch and other luxury items.