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The Rise of Donald Trump Jr. as a Loyal Enforcer in the Trump Transition

In Citizen
November 29, 2024

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While his siblings have distanced themselves from the inner circle, Donald Trump Jr. has become known as a loyal enforcer who is skilled at determining loyalty to the Trump political brand.

Donald Trump Jr. has become known as a trustworthy supporter of his father’s political brand, standing out among his siblings who have distanced themselves from the inner circle.

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Ivanka and Jared decided to move to Miami instead of staying at the White House. Eric is now in charge of the family business. Tiffany recently got married. Barron is starting to pursue a career in strategy at NYU.

Out of all of Trump’s children, Donald Jr. has been the one who has stayed by his father’s side the most.

At the age of 46, Donald Trump has gained both political influence and wealth by promoting the Make America Great Again movement that was initiated by his father. He owns several businesses that cater to conservative audiences, such as a publishing company and a lucrative podcasting contract. According to Forbes, Trump’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $50 million, largely accumulated following his father’s political career after January 6, 2021.

His colleagues believe he will not be part of the administration for this reason. However, he is aware of the challenges faced by his siblings and other new administration members who have tried to control access to his father, which can be risky politically.

Recently, as the incoming president puts together his team, his son has been acting as a filter for loyalty. While they assess potential candidates at Mar-a-Lago in Florida, the president-elect is interested in appearance and communication skills, according to those close to them. Meanwhile, his son is more concerned with whether the candidates truly believe in what they are saying and if they pose a risk to the values of the MAGA movement.

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