Politics Weekly America Revisited: Is Trump building a political dynasty? – episode two
Dec 31, 2025
Ashley Parker, a top journalist for The Atlantic, Rosie Gray, who covers conservative politics, and Eric Cortellessa from Time magazine dive into the dynamics of the Trump family. They discuss Jared and Ivanka's strategic retreat from politics and Ivanka's new business ventures in Miami. Melania's selective public role is examined, as is Don Jr.'s evolution into a political advocate. The conversation touches on the family’s efforts to maintain a political presence amid legal challenges and their ventures into media and crypto, hinting at a budding political dynasty.
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Ivanka And Jared Pulled Back After Jan 6
- Jared and Ivanka drifted away from Trump's inner circle after January 6 but did not publicly break with him.
- Their absence left a void that other family members filled during his comeback attempt.
Ivanka's Miami Move And New Focus
- Ivanka moved to Miami with Jared and cited their children as her reason for staying off the 2024 campaign trail.
- She shifted toward philanthropy and business like Planet Harvest rather than active politics.
Melania Chooses Scarcity Over Visibility
- Melania has remained publicly scarce but surfaces for high-impact interventions.
- Rosie Gray argues Melania seeks privacy and selects moments to shape narrative rather than lead a public first-lady persona.