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Celebrity Traitors star Tom Daley left with family dilemma caused by Donald Trump

Olympic diver Tom Daley, who has been entertaining BBC viewers in The Celebrity Traitors castle, has opened up about his family life and the tough decision he faces

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By Christopher Sharp, News Reporter

Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black

Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black (Image: Getty)

The Celebrity Traitors star and Olympic gold medallist Tom Daley has revealed that Donald Trump's presidency has left him facing a difficult family decision. Tom, 31, currently resides in the United States with his husband Dustin Lance Black, 50, and their two sons Robbie and Phoenix.

The couple relocated to Los Angeles following the first decade of their relationship, but Tom has indicated he will adopt a wait-and-see approach regarding Donald Trump before determining whether to return to the UK. Discussing the situation with the Guardian, he explained that their time in America was "just for now, anyway; we'll see what happens with democracy". This marks the latest occasion Tom has discussed his children in recent months, having acknowledged earlier this year that he and Dustin might not expand their family further.

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Donald Trump (Image: Getty)

Addressing a potential addition in an interview with Hello! magazine, Tom remarked that a "family of four is good".

Tom also spoke about his wish to safeguard his eldest son Robbie as much as he can whilst he navigates the education system.

He explained: "Robbie's got a lot of personality but there's also a part of me, with everything I went through as a kid, that wants to protect him as much as possible.

"I want to be led by what they want to do. The way you can be your happiest is finding something you're passionate about, that you love to do, and then making it something you do every day. That's my hope for them."

Tom's uncertainty about remaining in the United States mirrors the sentiments of many others who are contemplating leaving due to concerns over Trump's potential impact on the democratic system, especially as calls for him to pursue a third term intensify.

However, Trump is prohibited from running for a third term by the 22nd Amendment of the US Constitution.

Earlier this week, Trump expressed his disappointment at this restriction, stating "it's too bad" he can't run for a third term.

While aboard Air Force One en route from Japan to South Korea, he told reporters: "If you read it, it's pretty clear. I'm not allowed to run. It's too bad. I would love to do it."

Although Trump cannot vie for the presidency in 2028, his allies are optimistic about a potential loophole in the Constitution that could allow him to run for Vice President and subsequently ascend to the presidency if the incumbent president were to resign.

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