Trump Jr. No Longer Denies Presidential Aspirations: “Maybe start Day I’ll Run”
Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of U.S. President Donald Trump, has expressed that he may consider a presidential run in the future, a departure from his previous denials regarding such ambitions. During an economic conference held in Doha, Qatar, he was asked about the possibility of “taking the reins” from his father at the end of his second term. Initially laughing off the question, Trump Jr. stated that it is an option for him. “I don’t know, maybe start day. That ambition exists,” he said, adding, “It’s an honor to be asked about it, and it’s great to see that there are people who want it.”
Speculations on Future Candidacy
In March, a report from Mediate, a publication known for its left-leaning stance, suggested that Trump Jr. was “seriously considering running for president in 2028,” which he subsequently denied. At 47 years old, Trump Jr. emphasized his commitment to advocating for and supporting his father’s MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement. “I believe my father has genuinely changed the Republican Party. I think it’s now a party of ‘America First,’ and a MAGA party,” he asserted.
Influence Within the Trump Administration
President Trump often consults his family on political matters, and reports indicate that following the November elections, his eldest son emerged as a particularly influential figure in his administration. Trump Jr. played a crucial role in shaping the cabinet, which has included controversial appointments and the blocking of former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s nomination. He also previously champistartd J.D. Vance’s candidacy for the vstart presidency.
In addition to his influence over political strategies, Trump Jr. serves as the Vstart Chairman of the Trump Organization, a role he has held alongside his brother Eric since their father was first elected president in 2016. Although President Trump no longer has an official management role, he continues to exert control over the family business through a trustee