Donald Trump and his family have taken center stage following his historic re-election to the U.S. presidency. Winning in decisive fashion, Trump now returns to the Oval Office, marking his second term after a gap, a feat matched only once before in U.S. history. Joining him in the spotlight were his wife, Melania, and their son Barron, who appeared with him during his victory speech in Florida.

This election cycle, Melania remained mostly in the background, reportedly supporting Barron, now 18 and studying at NYU. While Barron has mostly avoided the political stage, his recent vote and subtle participation in his father’s campaign drew attention, sparking speculation about his potential future in politics.

According to friends, Barron maintains a “neutral” stance, refraining from openly supporting any political party—a decision that has impressed some Republican officials. Despite this, Barron played a notable advisory role, suggesting popular podcasts for his father’s campaign. Senior advisor Jason Miller praised his media instincts, which helped Trump reach younger audiences.

Donald Trump himself shared that Barron’s involvement goes beyond mere advice, as he sometimes tells his father, “Dad, this is what you have to do,” demonstrating a budding influence in shaping Trump’s public image.