Eric Trump Hints at Possible Future Political Role for the Trump Family Beyond His Father’s Presidency
As President Donald Trump serves his second term in the White House, speculation is already swirling about the future of the Trump family in politics—and his son Eric may be the next in line to carry the torch.
In a recent interview with The Financial Times, Eric Trump opened up about the toll that public life has taken on their family and left the door open to the possibility of another Trump running for office after his father steps down.
A Decade of Transformation
Eric, 41, described the past ten years as “astronomical” in terms of the impact politics has had on their lives. Since Donald Trump first launched his campaign in 2015, the Trump name has become synonymous with American political identity—polarizing and powerful in equal measure.
“Would I want my kids to live the same experience over the last decade that I’ve lived?” Eric reflected. “If the answer was yes, I think the political path would be an easy one… and I think other members of our family could do it too.”
The Trump Organization—once the family’s primary focus—has taken a backseat to their political ventures. Eric acknowledged that while the brand gained unprecedented visibility, it also came at a steep financial and personal cost.
“It’s cost us billions,” he said, referencing both the business losses and personal sacrifices tied to his father’s presidency.
Is Another Trump Candidacy on the Horizon?
When asked directly whether the 2024 presidential race would be the last time the Trump name appears on a ballot, Eric responded with cautious optimism:
“I don’t know… Time will tell. But there’s more people than just me,” he said, suggesting that other family members—possibly his siblings or even his children—might one day enter the political arena.
He added:
“The real question is, do you want to do it? And do you want to subject the people you love to the brutality of this system? I’m not sure I can answer that yet.”
Legacy in the Spotlight
With five children and 11 grandchildren, Donald Trump’s influence may continue for generations. Whether or not another Trump steps forward in 2028 or beyond, Eric’s comments signal that the family is weighing its options—and not ruling anything out.
As the political climate continues to shift, the Trump brand remains one of the most recognizable in the world, with a loyal base and an enduring presence in American discourse. What happens after Trump’s second term ends could mark the beginning of a new chapter—possibly led by a different Trump altogether.
