Trump Reveals Why 'Working On Your Marriage' Doesn't Work
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Donald Trump on why "working at a relationship" is the wrong advice:
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Larry King asks Donald and Melania what makes their marriage work.
Donald says he doesn't consider himself a workaholic because he genuinely loves what he does — and then explains why he refuses to apply that… pic.twitter.com/tXiACrnUon
In a candid interview with Larry King, Donald Trump explained why he believes the common advice to "work on a relationship" is often misguided. Reflecting on his marriage to Melania Trump, he argued that strong relationships should feel natural rather than require constant effort, pointing to his parents' 63-year marriage as an example. Trump said he spends long hours focused on business and has never wanted to come home and treat his personal life like another job. Both Donald and Melania described their relationship as built on compatibility, mutual respect, and giving each other space to pursue their passions. The conversation offers a rare look at Trump's personal philosophy on marriage, relationships, and what he believes creates long-term success between two people.