Donald Trump: His family clan is back in the White House

On January 20th, Donald Trump (78) will be sworn in again as the 47th President of the United States of America in Washington. His family is moving back into the White House with him – the Trump clan is back in power. According to media reports, Trump’s five children will not take on any official government positions this time, but they will remain at their father’s side as close confidants.

Above all, Trump’s eldest son Donald Jr. (47) is considered a key figure. With his successful podcast “Triggered”, he undoubtedly has a great influence on the most loyal supporters of the “Make America Great Again” movement. He is also said to have contributed significantly to Senator JD Vance (40), who is his friend, now becoming Trump’s deputy. Together with his brother Eric (41), “Don Jr.” continue to run the business of the family business Trump Organization. But the sons are probably not officially at the cabinet table.

The Trump daughters are also stepping back in their second term. Ivanka Trump (43), “First Daughter” and advisor in round one, justified her withdrawal with the “price” her family had to pay for it. The mother of three will no longer be involved in politics. Tiffany Trump (31), daughter from her marriage to Marla Maples (61), barely appeared the first time around. The expectant mother is now expecting her first child and wants to concentrate entirely on the family.

Wife Melania (54) is returning to the White House full-time. According to US media reports, the First Lady is planning, among other things, a revival of her “Be Best” campaign to support children. A film about her will also be released in October after the publication of her memoir “Melania”. Initially, there were long rumors in the press that Melania might not return to the very first row. A move to the White House was also doubted for a long time.

But after winning the election, the First Lady moved closer to her husband’s side and formulated her own ambitious plans. “I’ve already packed, I’ve chosen the furniture that should go in”, . So you can expect a lot of media presence from her in the future. Melania also comments on political topics from time to time. What was particularly notable during the election campaign was her opposing opinion to her husband on the issue of abortion.

A little surprise in the election campaign, however, was son Barron (18): He gave his father valuable tips on how to appeal to the young generation of “Gen Z”. For example, he recommended his dad do an interview with the well-known YouTuber Logan Paul (29). While studying at New York University, he will now visit the White House more often. However, Barron still shys away from the spotlight, which means he will most likely not be seen or heard from often.

Ivanka’s husband Jared Kushner (44), who served as a leading Middle East adviser during Trump’s first term in office, will now act as an informal adviser on this topic, according to US media reports. Kushner’s father Charles (70), convicted of tax evasion in 2005, was pardoned by Trump and will serve as ambassador to Paris in the future. Tiffany’s father-in-law, Lebanese-born businessman Massad Boulos (54), was also nominated as a Middle East advisor.

So it remains a family business in the second term: the Trump clan is back at the controls of power, albeit often behind the scenes. The aim is to build on old successes with proven concepts such as Melania’s “Be Best”. At the same time, new faces like Barron should also convince groups of voters who have previously been more critical. One thing is clear: Donald Trump can continue to rely on the support and advice of his loved ones.