Trump National Golf Club Bedminster Faces Controversy Over Health Inspection Results
The general manager of Trump National Golf Club Bedminster has raised concerns about a recent health inspection, suggesting it was politically motivated. The private New Jersey club received a low health score of 32 out of 100, the lowest in the county, with 18 violations noted, including improper food handling practices. The club was classified as a Risk Level 4 facility, with the inspector highlighting a lack of food safety knowledge among staff.
In response to the inspection results, the club's general manager, David Schutzenhofer, defended the club's cleanliness and safety standards, calling the inspection a politically motivated attack. Following the initial inspection, a reinspection was conducted, resulting in a B grade with an 86 score, citing six violations, including critical issues like improperly chilled milk and weak sanitizer levels.
Reinspections are a routine practice in Somerset County and typically occur within a few weeks of the initial visit. The Trump-owned Bedminster golf club is required to undergo annual inspections like all food establishments in New Jersey. Despite the recent inspection controversy, the club continues to operate and maintain its standards of cleanliness and hospitality.
As the president's feud with Elon Musk continues, Trump has chosen to spend his weekend at the Bedminster club. The club's ownership structure allows Trump to earn income from the property, where he has spent over 100 days during his presidency. The club remains a prominent destination for the president and continues to uphold its reputation as a premier golf facility.