In 1999, David Pecker, the former owner of the National Enquirer, revealed that he had a close relationship with Donald Trump prior to acquiring the publication. Pecker mentioned that Trump, who was a celebrity at the time, was very helpful and introduced him to various executives and individuals in New York.
According to Pecker, Trump would provide him with advice on events and parties that he could either attend himself or send his editors to. This collaboration between Pecker and Trump sheds light on the extent of their interactions before Pecker's ownership of the National Enquirer.
