Donald Trump’s complex

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Donald Trump, the 47th President of the United States, hails from a family with deep roots in real estate and politics. His paternal grandparents, Frederick and Elizabeth Trump, immigrated from Germany to Queens, New York, in 1907, establishing the family’s real estate business. Their son, Fred Trump Sr., expanded the business and married Mary Anne MacLeod, a Scottish immigrant. They had five children:

  • Maryanne Trump Barry (1937–2023): A former federal judge known for her legal career.
  • Frederick Christ “Freddy” Trump Jr. (1938–1981): Chose a career as a pilot over the family business; his life was marred by alcoholism.
  • Elizabeth Trump Grau (born 1942): Led a private life, married James Grau, and worked as an administrative assistant.
  • Donald J. Trump (born 1946): Expanded the family business into a global empire and served as President.
  • Robert Stewart Trump (1948–2020): Worked on Wall Street and in the family business; married Ann Marie Pallan in 2020.

Donald Trump has been married three times, each union bringing children who have played roles in his personal and professional life:

First Marriage to Ivana Trump (married 1977–1990):

  • Donald Trump Jr. (born 1977): Executive vice president of the Trump Organization; married Vanessa Trump, with whom he has five children: Kai, Donald John III, Tristan, Spencer, and Chloe.
  • Ivanka Trump (born 1981): Former senior advisor during Trump’s presidency; married Jared Kushner, with three children: Arabella, Joseph, and Theodore.
  • Eric Trump (born 1984): Executive vice president of the Trump Organization; married Lara Trump, with two children: Eric Luke and Carolina.

Second Marriage to Marla Maples (married 1993–1999):

  • Tiffany Trump (born 1993): Graduated from the University of Pennsylvania; married Michael Boulos and is expecting their first child, making Donald Trump a grandfather for the eleventh time.

Third Marriage to Melania Trump (married 2005–present):

  • Barron Trump (born 2006): The youngest Trump child, currently studying at New York University’s Stern School of Business.

The Trump family has maintained a significant presence in American business and politics, with various members actively participating in public life.