Trump’s son-in-law Michael Boulos makes surprise Kerala visit

US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and businessman Michael Boulos made an unannounced visit to Alappuzha in Kerala on Saturday, taking a houseboat ride through the region’s famous backwaters despite heavy monsoon rain.

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor welcomed Boulos’ visit in a post on X, writing: “Welcome back to India @MichaelZBoulos! Thrilled to have my friend join me in Kerala.”

Boulos arrived in Alappuzha with an eight-member delegation and has been accorded State Guest status during his stay in Kerala.

Heavy rain over the past few days had caused flooding in parts of the district, including near the main entrance to Punnamada Lake. Police therefore made alternative arrangements for Boulos to board the houseboat from another location.

Despite the wet weather, Boulos went ahead with the cruise and spent time taking in the scenic backwaters, one of Kerala’s best-known tourist attractions.

Alappuzha, often called the ‘Venice of the East’, is known for its network of lakes, canals and traditional houseboats.

Boulos was born in Houston and raised in Lagos. He married Trump’s daughter Tiffany Trump in 2022, and the couple welcomed their first child in May 2025.