Overview

• Donald Trump Jr. has refuted claims that he is planning to run for president in 2028, calling the reports baseless and inaccurate.
• The rumors originated from a Mediaite article citing three unnamed sources who suggested Trump Jr. is a strong contender for the Republican nomination after his father’s second term.
• Trump Jr. criticized the speculation in an expletive-filled statement, emphasizing his role in supporting Vice President JD Vance’s nomination and denying personal ambitions for the presidency.
• Some anonymous sources close to the Trump family maintain that Trump Jr. is keeping options open for a potential run, but no formal discussions have occurred yet.
• President Donald Trump has downplayed Vice President JD Vance as his automatic successor, adding to speculation about the GOP's 2028 leadership dynamics.