President Trump announced Friday that he will not attend his son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding this weekend, citing government responsibilities that require his presence in Washington.

In a statement, Trump said he feels it is important for him to remain at the White House during what he described as an important period. The President indicated that circumstances related to government business would prevent him from attending the ceremony.

Trump expressed that while he very much wanted to be present for his son and his soon-to-be daughter-in-law Bettina, his official duties must take precedence. The President referred to his dedication to government responsibilities as the primary factor in his decision.

The wedding is scheduled to take place this weekend, though specific details about the ceremony's location and timing were not provided in the President's announcement. Trump Jr., the President's eldest son, has been a prominent figure in his father's political activities.

The President's decision to prioritize government business over the family event reflects the ongoing demands of his official schedule during what he characterized as a significant time for his administration.