Transition of power
While his siblings have distanced themselves from the inner circle, Donald Trump Jr. has established himself as a loyal enforcer who is skilled at determining loyalty to the Trump political brand.
Donald Trump Jr. has established himself as a trusted and loyal member of his father’s political circle, distinguishing himself as the one who is most adept at determining loyalty to the Trump brand among his siblings who have taken a step back.
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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 has gotten married. Barron is studying to become a strategist at NYU.
Out of all of Trump’s children, Donald Jr. has been the one who has remained closest to his father.
At the age of 46, Donald Trump has gained influence in politics and amassed wealth by promoting the Make America Great Again movement that his father initiated. He owns several businesses that cater to conservative audiences, including a publishing company and a lucrative podcasting contract. Forbes calculated Trump’s net worth to be approximately $50 million, mainly accumulated after his father’s political career ended on January 6, 2021.
Because of this, people who know him well say that he has no intention of becoming a part of the administration. However, he is aware of the challenges faced by his siblings and other officials who tried to control access to his father, realizing that it can be risky from a political standpoint.
Recently, as the incoming president puts together his team, his son has been acting as a filter for loyalty. While the president-elect focuses on appearance and communication skills when evaluating candidates at Mar-a-Lago, his son is more concerned with their sincerity and whether they align with the principles of the MAGA movement.
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