Donald Trump Jr.

Businessman

2%±0

Chance of winning the 2028 Republican nomination, 6th among the contenders we track. Kalshi 2% · Polymarket 2%

Markets: Kalshi · Polymarket

Background

The eldest son of President Donald Trump, he helped run the family real-estate business and became one of his father's most prominent campaign surrogates. He has never held elected office.

Born: December 31, 1977 in New York City (age 48)
Home state: Florida
Education: University of Pennsylvania (Wharton School)

Career

Partner, 1789 Capital (2024–)
Executive vice president, The Trump Organization

Notable record

Executive vice president of The Trump Organization
Campaigned nationally for his father in 2016, 2020 and 2024
Joined the investment firm 1789 Capital as a partner in 2024

Other Republican contenders

JD VanceVice President of the United States33%
Marco RubioU.S. Secretary of State20%
Ron DeSantisGovernor of Florida15%
Ted CruzU.S. Senator from Texas2%

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