Donald Trump Shares Son Barron’s Campaign Advice and Reflects on Support from Family During 2024 Election

Donald Trump shared a heartfelt piece of advice he received from his youngest son, Barron Trump, just before his final rally in North Carolina. Impersonating his 18-year-old son during his speech, Trump said, “And I have a guy who’s home with the first lady. He’s very smart… He’s 18 years old. And he gives me good advice.

‘Dad: take it easy, now. You just take it easy, Dad, alright? You don’t have to go too much here.’ He’s very wise,” Trump recounted, as reported by the Daily Mail. During the rally, Trump confidently predicted his victory, telling supporters, “If we get our vote, there’s nothing they can do. I hate the expression, actually – but it’s ours to lose.”

He also expressed confidence in his campaign’s momentum, claiming, “We’re way leading. All we have to do is close it up.” As election results later revealed, Trump’s confidence was well-placed, with his prediction proving accurate. In his speech, Trump also took a moment to mention his daughter, Ivanka Trump, calling her a “terrific daughter” and sharing that she had sent her love to him and his supporters.

While Ivanka and Barron were notably absent from the campaign trail, Trump acknowledged their support and their valuable behind-the-scenes contributions. Before delving into a critique of familiar political opponents like Hillary Clinton, Nancy Pelosi, and Michelle Obama, he urged his supporters to go out and vote, comparing the election race to a close horse race and emphasizing the importance of voter turnout.

Although Barron maintained a low public profile throughout the campaign, his influence on Trump’s outreach strategy has been significant. The young NYU student suggested his father connect with Gen Z and millennial audiences by appearing on popular podcasts. This advice led Trump to engage with internet influencers and reach new demographics through non-traditional media.

According to the NY Post, As a result, Trump’s campaign saw impressive online engagement, especially through his podcast appearances, which effectively expanded his reach among younger audiences. Senior adviser Jason Miller praised Barron’s strategic insights, explaining how his recommendation to target podcasts paid off. One of the highlights of this approach was Trump’s October 25 appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience, which quickly became the most-listened-to podcast episode on Spotify.

Miller commented on the success of this media strategy, saying, “When you look at the impact of podcasts or YouTube shows, part of the thing is you’re meeting voters where they’re at.” Barron’s recommendation contributed to other popular interviews as well, including Trump’s appearances on This Past Weekend with Theo Von, Flagrant with Andrew Schulz, and The PBD Podcast with Patrick Bet-David.

Barron’s quiet but impactful role in the campaign underscores the evolving strategies of political outreach in the digital age. With his support and the backing of family members like Ivanka, Trump successfully broadened his appeal to younger demographics. By embracing platforms that resonate with Gen Z and millennial voters, Trump’s campaign demonstrated a keen understanding of modern media’s influence, driven in part by Barron’s insights. As Trump prepares to take office again, it’s clear that family support, both public and private, played a key role in his return to the Oval Office.