December 23rd 2024.
Throughout her entire adult life, Ivanka Trump had been working alongside her father. When he was known as a successful real estate mogul, she was right there by his side, helping to design his next luxurious hotel. Even when he became a household name through his reality TV show, Ivanka was still there, working behind the scenes in his television boardroom. And when he ran for office, she was right there on the campaign trail, supporting him every step of the way. She even had an office in the prestigious West Wing when he became president.
However, in January of 2021, something remarkable happened. For the first time since she was 23 years old, Ivanka left Washington, and with it, her father's employ. She made it clear that she was done with politics and had no plans to return. In a social media post in 2022, after her father announced his third bid for the presidency, she stated, "I love my father very much, but this time around, I am choosing to prioritize my young children and the private life we are creating as a family. I do not plan to be involved in politics."
Even after her father's victory in 2024, sources close to Ivanka confirmed that her statement remained true. She and her husband, Jared Kushner, had decided to move to Miami, Florida, where they could live a relatively private life away from the public eye. It was a significant change for one of the former president's closest aides, but it was a conscious decision after four tumultuous years in the White House.
During her time in Washington, Ivanka faced constant scrutiny and criticism for her father's decisions, which she had little control over. She also faced backlash from some of her liberal friends in New York and was forced to shut down her successful clothing and accessories brand due to ethical concerns. For Ivanka, leaving politics meant that her father was no longer her boss. She was now forging a new path and embracing a different lifestyle, made possible by her family's businesses profiting from their proximity to the presidency and the resulting relationships.
In a podcast interview this July, Ivanka opened up about her time in Washington and her life after, stating, "Politics is a pretty dark world. There is a lot of negativity, and it's just not something that aligns with who I am as a person. It's a rough business, and for me and my family, it feels right to step away from it." Despite her departure from politics, Ivanka remains a high-profile member of America's first family and a beloved figure among her father's supporters. However, she is also a target for many of his detractors.
Despite her decision to leave politics, Ivanka's relationship with her father remains strong. They talk regularly, and she is likely to continue advising him behind the scenes, although sources say it will not be made public. Maggie Cordish, a longtime friend who worked with Ivanka in the White House, said, "She's still his daughter and a trusted voice, so in that sense, she will always be an informal adviser, like we all are with our family members."
During her time in the White House, Ivanka's staff and advisers made sure to highlight her successes and distance her from controversial policies. She focused on issues such as criminal justice reform, combating human trafficking, and workforce development. One of her most significant accomplishments was her work towards paid family leave legislation and a child tax credit for working families. Even her colleagues admitted that she had made these traditionally Democratic issues into Republican ones.
Now, as her father starts his second term, Ivanka's advice will likely stay out of the public eye. A source close to Ivanka said that if she does offer her input, it will not be something that the public will see. While Ivanka's husband, Jared Kushner, will also not have a formal role in the administration, he will continue to be a crucial outside adviser to his father-in-law's Middle East efforts, thanks to his close relationships in the region. He also has significant financial interests there. In a show of trust, the president-elect has even selected Jared's father, Charles Kushner, as the US ambassador to France.
Despite previously being seen as the "heir apparent" to her father's legacy, Ivanka has now taken a step back from the political spotlight. Towards the end of her father's first term, she became more combative, aligning herself with his views and criticizing what she saw as "partisan investigations." She also made her stance on abortion clear, stating that she was "unapologetically" opposed to abortion rights. However, sources say that she has no plans to run for political office in the future. Only time will tell what the future holds for Ivanka Trump, but for now, she is content with her decision to leave politics behind and focus on her family and a more private life.
Throughout her adult life, Ivanka Trump dedicated her time and energy to working alongside her father. As a renowned real estate mogul, Donald Trump relied on his daughter's keen eye for design to create the next big hotel. When he made a splash in the world of reality TV, Ivanka was right there with him, offering her insights in the boardroom. And when he decided to run for office, she hit the campaign trail to support him every step of the way. Even as he took on the role of President of the United States, Ivanka remained by his side, with her own office in the West Wing.
However, in January of 2021, after spending her entire adult life working for her father, Ivanka made the decision to leave Washington and step away from her role as his employee. In a social media post in 2022, after her father announced his third run for the presidency, she made it clear that she was done with politics and had no plans to return. This remained true even after her father's victory in the 2024 election, as sources close to Ivanka revealed that she and her husband, Jared Kushner, were seeking a more private life in Miami, Florida.
This marked a significant change for Ivanka, one that was intentional after facing a challenging four years in the White House. As one of her father's closest advisors, she faced constant scrutiny and criticism for decisions that she had little influence over. She also found herself alienated by some of her liberal friends in New York and was forced to shut down her successful clothing and accessories brand due to ethical concerns.
Leaving politics also meant that Ivanka was no longer working for her father, and she was now free to forge a new path for herself and her family. However, the Trump family's businesses had profited greatly from their proximity to the presidency, allowing them to build relationships that would continue to benefit them even after leaving Washington. In a conversation on The Lex Fridman Podcast, Ivanka opened up about her time in politics, admitting that it was a dark and negative world that was not in line with her values as a human being. She and her family had made the decision to step away from it all, and she felt it was the right choice for them.
But even as she pursued a more private life, Ivanka's high-profile status as a member of the first family meant that she would always be in the public eye. Her carefully cultivated personal brand and significant influence made her a beloved figure among her father's supporters, but also a target for his detractors. Despite stepping away from politics, Ivanka remained close with her father and continued to advise him informally behind the scenes, as many family members do.
During her time in the White House, Ivanka's staff and advisors made sure to highlight her successes and distance her from any controversial policies. She focused on issues like criminal justice reform, human trafficking, and workforce development, steering away from polarizing topics. Her efforts towards paid family leave legislation and a child tax credit for working families were especially noteworthy, as she made them Republican issues, despite their lack of popularity within the party.
As her father embarks on his second term, Ivanka's advice will likely remain behind the scenes. She has no desire to be in the public eye, and if she does choose to have influence, it will be in a more discreet manner. Her husband, Jared Kushner, also declined a formal role in the incoming administration but will continue to advise on Middle East efforts due to his close relationships in the region. He also has significant financial interests there, and his father, Charles Kushner, has been selected as the US ambassador to France.
From being seen as the "heir apparent" to taking a step back, Ivanka's role in her father's presidency has shifted over the years. Toward the end of his first term, she adopted a more combative attitude, aligning herself with her father's views and speaking out against what she saw as biased investigations. She also made it clear that she was unapologetically against abortion rights. However, sources who have worked closely with the Trump family still see a future in politics for Ivanka, with her father viewing her as his possible successor. Only time will tell what path she chooses to take next.
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