Is the Trump family shaping a new political dynasty?

The United States has seen several influential political families over the decades, from the Kennedys and Bushes to the Clintons.

Now, questions are emerging over whether US President Donald Trump is preparing his own family to carry his political influence forward long after his time in office.

However, the idea of forming a political dynasty is not straightforward.

In recent interviews, Eric Trump has suggested that while the family could pursue elected office in the future, the decision is complicated.

The Independent reported that in a June interview with the Financial Times, Eric Trump said a political career would be "easy" for him or his siblings to take up after his father leaves office.

But he questioned whether he would want his own children to experience the pressures faced by the family over the past decade.

When asked whether a Trump family member might run for president one day, Eric said that "time will tell," adding that others in the family were also capable of pursuing that path, though he has not made any decision himself.

He also rejected suggestions that the family benefited financially from political involvement, claiming that the legal and personal toll has been significant.

Although recent reporting suggests several members of the Trump family have taken on more visible roles in political campaigning and party leadership, an interview cited by the Times of India reflected some hesitation.

Eric Trump said that while someone from the family "certainly" could run for president, the family had faced harsh scrutiny, legal challenges, and political pressure, the report noted.

He described politics as "brutal" and noted that the experience had deeply affected his father and those close to him.

He also pointed out that the Republican Party includes other strong figures who could continue Trump's political ideas, naming Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as examples.

Meanwhile, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, who played key roles in the administration during Trump's first term, have largely stepped back from active politics in recent years.

In contrast, Barron Trump and first lady Melania Trump have appeared more visibly in public and campaign settings last year, with The US Sun reporting that Barron has attracted attention among younger supporters.

According to a report by The US Sun, Donald Trump Jr has become a central figure among the Republican base, hosting events, influencing messaging, and maintaining an active media presence.

The report also noted that Eric Trump has taken a prominent role in rallies and campaign activities, while Lara Trump now holds a leadership position as co-chair of the Republican National Committee.

Taken together, these developments raise the question of whether the Trump family is intentionally preparing a successor or whether their continued presence reflects loyalty, family branding, and the expectations of supporters.

At present, no clear successor has been named — and even those within the family suggest that the decision, if it comes, may be shaped more by circumstance than long-term planning.

However, New York's newly elected mayor, Zohran Mamdani, also drew attention to the idea of political dynasties but from a different viewpoint.

In his victory speech, he said the result showed that power should not remain concentrated among the "wealthy and the well-connected", adding that the win signalled a break from "political dynasties".