Former President Donald Trump has announced that his daughter, Ivanka Trump, and son-in-law, Jared Kushner, will not be part of his administration if he is elected for a second term, citing the experience as being “too painful.”
Running for the presidency again in 2024, Trump made this disclosure during an interview with The New York Post on June 19, 2023.
In Trump’s initial term, Ivanka and Kushner were key advisors and had a substantial impact on both national and international policy issues. Despite this, Trump has voiced his unwillingness for them to face the severe examination and criticism they previously encountered. He remarked it was distressing to witness them being targeted and feels it would be more beneficial if they didn’t participate in his prospective second term.
In addition, Trump expressed his admiration for the tremendous job both his daughter and son-in-law did during his initial term. He particularly lauded Kushner’s accomplishments in the Middle East, branding them as “excellent.”
This announcement has prompted diverse responses from political commentators. Some speculate that the absence of Ivanka and Kushner could modify the dynamics and decision-making mechanisms in a potential second Trump term. Conversely, others view this as a strategy to protect his family from the stress and severe criticism associated with high-ranking roles.
Since their departure from the White House, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner have kept a low profile, predominantly focusing on their business pursuits.
This shift signifies a potential change in the structure of Donald Trump’s hypothetical second-term cabinet and closest advisors.
