The 2024 US Presidential election is heating up, with Donald Trump intensifying his rally schedule. However, one notable absence from the campaign trail has sparked speculation: his children, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. Their previous key roles in his 2016 campaign and during his presidency, particularly in areas like policy and image, have led to questions about their current lack of participation.
Ivanka Trump, who previously served as an executive vice president of the Trump Organization and a boardroom judge on “The Apprentice,” transitioned to a senior advisor role in the White House in 2018, alongside her husband. In this position, she focused on education, job creation, and economic issues. These areas could prove advantageous for the Trump family if the Republican nominee is reelected. However, their absence from the 2024 campaign trail stands in stark contrast to their major roles during his previous presidential bid and presidency.
Analysts and supporters alike have theorized about the reasons behind their absence. Some speculate that the events surrounding Trump’s final days in office, particularly the January 6 Capitol attack, may be a factor.
Ivanka Trump was instrumental in her father’s two previous presidential campaigns, directly connecting with female voters – a demographic that Trump historically finds challenging to engage. Her presence served to humanize Trump’s often controversial image and acted as a moderating influence, helping to bridge the gap with moderate Republicans and soften his hardline stance for many voters.
In an interview with The New York Times, Jared Kushner expressed his support for Donald Trump, stating, “We’re rooting for him — obviously, we’re proud of him. But, you know, either way, our life will just continue to move forward.” This statement follows Ivanka Trump’s decision not to participate in an interview with The Times, indicating that her husband would represent her and their family.
Ivanka, 43, previously mentioned that she was stepping back from her father’s political activities to focus on her children and their family life. Kushner added that if Trump wins, he doesn’t expect any significant changes in their priorities. He also noted a “zero” chance Ivanka would be involved in helping Trump during the campaign’s final days.
Jared Kushner, as a senior advisor to the president, played a key role in several significant policy areas. His most notable achievement was in foreign policy, particularly through the Abraham Accords, which facilitated historic normalization agreements between Israel and several Arab nations, including the UAE, Bahrain, and Morocco. These accords were celebrated as a major diplomatic breakthrough and remain a highlight of Trump’s presidency.
Kushner also oversaw criminal justice reform, leading to the bipartisan passage of the First Step Act, which aimed to reduce recidivism and reform sentencing laws, garnering support from both sides of the aisle. His responsibilities were extensive, covering everything from trade negotiations with China to managing the U.S. response to the COVID-19 pandemic, although opinions on the latter were mixed.
The absence of Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner from Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign trail has raised eyebrows and sparked speculation. Their previous involvement, particularly in key areas like policy and public image, has made their current lack of participation a topic of conversation. While reasons for their absence have been suggested, their future involvement, or lack thereof, remains to be seen. The impact of their decision on the 2024 election and the dynamics within the Trump family are yet to unfold.
