In a recent interview with the Financial Times, Eric Trump, the middle son of former President Donald Trump, signaled openness to a potential run for the U.S. presidency, continuing the Trump family’s longstanding involvement in national political discourse.
Speaking candidly on June 27, Eric Trump, 41, reflected on the impact political life has had on his family, suggesting that while the decision would depend on personal considerations, he believes the path to candidacy would be feasible for him.
“The real question is: ‘Do you want to drag other members of your family into it?’” he said. “Would I want my kids to live the same experience over the last decade that I’ve lived? You know, if the answer was yes, I think the political path would be an easy one, meaning, I think I could do it.”
He added, “And by the way, I think other members of our family could do it too.”
A New Generation Eyeing the White House?
Eric Trump currently serves as co-executive vice president of the Trump Organization, the family’s expansive real estate and business enterprise, which recently branched out into mobile telecommunications. He runs the company alongside his older brother, Donald Trump Jr., 47, who has been a central figure in their father’s political campaigns and hinted in May that he might consider a White House run “maybe one day.”
While Donald Jr. has built a high-profile political persona, frequently endorsing conservative candidates and appearing at rallies, Eric has largely stayed focused on the business side. However, his marriage to Lara Trump—former co-chair of the Republican National Committee—keeps him connected to the political landscape.
Continuing a Family Tradition
Speculation about members of the Trump family seeking political office is not new. In fact, it echoes the journey of their father, whose name has been floated in presidential discussions for decades. As early as 1987, a grassroots “Draft Trump for President” campaign emerged in New Hampshire, spearheaded by activist Mike Dundar.
Donald Trump later formed exploratory campaigns for president—first as a Democrat, then with the Reform Party—for the 2000 election, though he ultimately withdrew before the primaries. His eventual rise to the presidency in 2016 marked the culmination of years of political teases and public speculation.
A Dynasty in the Making?
Eric Trump’s recent remarks add fuel to the idea of a potential Trump political dynasty, with both he and Donald Jr. now publicly acknowledging possible presidential ambitions. As their father seeks another term, the next generation’s political future may increasingly become part of the conversation—raising the prospect that the Trump family could remain a significant force in American politics for years to come.
