Transition of power
Donald Trump Jr. has become known for his loyalty to the Trump political brand, distinguishing himself as the family member most adept at evaluating others’ commitment to their cause. While his siblings have distanced themselves from the inner circle, he has emerged as a trusted enforcer for the president-elect.
While his siblings have distanced themselves from the inner circle, Donald Trump Jr. has established himself as a trusted enforcer of loyalty to the Trump political brand.
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Ivanka and Jared decided to move away from the White House and now live in Miami. Eric is now in charge of the family business. Tiffany recently got married. Barron is studying to become a strategist at NYU.
Out of all of Donald Trump’s children, Donald Jr. has been the one who has stayed by his father’s side the most. He is the oldest son of the president-elect.
At 46 years old, Donald Trump has gained influence and wealth by promoting his father’s Make America Great Again movement. He owns several conservative businesses, including a publishing company and a lucrative podcasting deal. According to Forbes, Trump’s net worth is estimated to be around $50 million, mostly accumulated after his father’s political career ended on January 6, 2021.
His associates believe that he will not be joining the administration for this reason. However, he is aware of the challenges faced by his siblings and other officials in the first term when trying to control access to his father, which can be politically risky.
Recently, as the incoming president puts together his team, his son has been acting as a sort of loyalty evaluator. While the president-elect is primarily focused on the appearance and messaging abilities of potential candidates, his son is more concerned with their sincerity and whether they align with the values of the MAGA movement. This dynamic has been observed as they assess candidates at Mar-a-Lago in Florida.
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