Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Donald Trump Jr.

How Donald Trump Jr. built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Donald John Trump Jr., or Don Jr., is an American businessman and the eldest child of former U.S. President Donald Trump and Ivana Trump. He has been deeply involved in the Trump Organization, working alongside his siblings. He is known for his active role in Republican politics and has been a vocal supporter of his father's political career. Don Jr. has also authored books and remains a prominent figure in conservative media. He often appears at political rallies and events, maintaining a public profile.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Controversies & Scandals

2000: Move to Aspen and Return to Trump Organization

In 2000, after graduating from Penn, Donald Trump Jr. moved to Aspen, Colorado, working as a bartender, before returning to the Trump Organization in New York.

2006: Launch of Trump Mortgage and Appearance on The Apprentice

In 2006, Donald Trump Jr. helped launch Trump Mortgage and appeared on The Apprentice season 5.

2007: Donation to Hillary Clinton's Campaign

In 2007, Donald Trump Jr. gave $4,000 to then-Senator Hillary Clinton's campaign.

2010: Spokesperson for Cambridge Who's Who

In 2010, Donald Trump Jr. became a spokesperson and executive director for Cambridge Who's Who.

2015: Final Appearance on The Apprentice

In 2015, Donald Trump Jr. made his last appearance on his father's season of The Apprentice.

2016: Close Political Advisor in Father's Campaign

Ahead of the 2016 presidential election, Donald Trump Jr. was a central member of his father's campaign, and spoke at the Republican National Convention.

2016: Influence on Secretary of the Interior Choice

In 2016, Donald Trump Jr. influenced his father's choice of Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke during the presidential transition.

2016: Involvement in 2016 Presidential Campaign

In 2016, Donald Trump Jr. was active in his father's presidential campaign. He met with a Russian lawyer who promised damaging information about Hillary Clinton.

January 11, 2017: Overseeing Trump Organization Assets

On January 11, 2017, Donald Trump Sr. announced that Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump would oversee a trust that included the Trump Organization's assets while Donald Trump Sr. was president.

April 2017: Campaigning for Greg Gianforte

In April 2017, Donald Trump Jr. campaigned for Montana congressional candidate Greg Gianforte.

February 2018: Advertisements in Indian Newspapers

In February 2018, advertisements in Indian newspapers promoted a deal to have a "conversation and dinner" with Donald Trump Jr. for those who purchased Trump Organization apartments in Gurgaon.

2018: Active Campaigning for Republican Candidates

During the 2018 midterm elections, Donald Trump Jr. actively campaigned for Republican candidates, raising millions of dollars and drawing large crowds to campaign events.

2018: Campaigning for Republicans

In 2018, Donald Trump Jr. campaigned for several Republican candidates during the midterm elections.

2019: Authored Triggered

In 2019, Donald Trump Jr. authored the book Triggered.

Triggered: How the Left Thrives on Hate and Wants to Silence Us

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2019: Release of "Triggered: How the Left Thrives on Hate and Wants to Silence Us"

In 2019, Donald Trump Jr. released the book "Triggered: How the Left Thrives on Hate and Wants to Silence Us", which criticizes political correctness and argues that the American left has a victimhood complex.

Triggered: How the Left Thrives on Hate and Wants to Silence Us

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October 2020: Speculation for 2024 Presidential Run

Before the 2020 election, Donald Trump Jr. was the subject of speculation for a 2024 run for president. In October 2020, he posted a photo of a "Don Jr. 2024" flag.

October 2020: Pennsylvania Senate Seat Speculation and Rally

In October 2020, there was speculation about Donald Trump Jr. running for a vacant Senate seat in Pennsylvania. He also held a crowded indoor rally where attendees did not wear masks.

October 28, 2020: RNC Purchased Book in Bulk

On October 28, 2020, the Republican National Committee (RNC) spent over $300,000 of donor money to purchase Donald Trump Jr.'s book, "Liberal Privilege", from Pursuit Venture LLC, a company owned by Trump Jr., for "donor mementos". The intent was to give a copy to people who donated $50–$100.

Liberal Privilege : Joe Biden And The Democrats' Defense Of The Indefensible

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2020: Active in 2020 Presidential Campaign

During the 2020 presidential campaign, Donald Trump Jr. was very active, making unfounded claims. He called for "total war" as results were counted and promoted stolen election conspiracy theories.

2020: Authored Liberal Privilege

In 2020, Donald Trump Jr. authored the book Liberal Privilege.

Liberal Privilege : Joe Biden And The Democrats' Defense Of The Indefensible

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2020: Self-Published 'Liberal Privilege'

In 2020, Donald Trump Jr. self-published the book "Liberal Privilege: Joe Biden and the Democrats' Defense of the Indefensible". He hired researchers to gather information about Joe Biden and spent three months writing the book. He stated he was motivated by being "stuck indoors" during the pandemic and wanting to highlight Biden's record, since he felt the media would not.

Liberal Privilege : Joe Biden And The Democrats' Defense Of The Indefensible

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2022: Pennsylvania Senate Seat Speculation

In October 2020, Pennsylvania Republicans suggested that Donald Trump Jr. run for the vacant Senate seat in Pennsylvania in 2022.

2023: Launch of Triggered with Don Jr Podcast

In 2023, Donald Trump Jr. launched a podcast, Triggered with Don Jr, on the platform Rumble.

November 2024: Joining 1789 Capital

In November 2024, Donald Trump Jr. announced that he would be joining 1789 Capital as a partner.

December 2024: Joining PublicSquare Board of Directors

In December 2024, it was announced that Donald Trump Jr. was joining the board of directors of PublicSquare.

2024: Speculation for 2024 Presidential Run

Before his father's loss in the 2020 election, Donald Trump Jr. was the subject of speculation for a 2024 run for president.

2024: Introduction of JD Vance at Republican National Convention

In 2024, at the Republican National Convention, Donald Trump Jr. led the introductions of JD Vance, who had been selected as Donald Trump's running mate.