Just days before his presidential inauguration, Donald Trump met with a group of Albanian-American businessmen and activists at a golf course restaurant in West Palm, Florida. Among the attendees was Zef M. Gjelaj, who shared a photo with the caption, “Lunch with the big boss!!!!!”

The gathering was revealed by Ruben Avxhiu, editor-in-chief of the Albanian-American newspaper Illyria. In a Facebook post, Avxhiu shared details about the event and highlighted the prominent Albanians present. According to Martin Vulaj, a well-known Albanian-American activist, the photo includes Anton Dedvukaj (far left), Vasel Juncaj (left), Sokol (right), and Paul Martini (back to the camera).

Trump is set to take the presidential oath on January 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C.