Mary Trump, a frequent critic of her uncle Donald Trump, has raised questions about the absence of most of Trump’s children at his trial in New York City. Trump is facing 34 counts of falsifying business records related to a hush money payment allegedly made to Stormy Daniels in order to prevent her from speaking publicly about her claims of having an affair with the former president. While Eric Trump has attended the trial, Donald Trump Jr. has not yet done so. Mary Trump speculated that the decision may have been based on a random selection or on Trump’s personal preference, as he may not care whether they are present.
Mary Trump also mentioned that Ivanka Trump may have intentionally distanced herself from the family and does not feel the need to support her father in court. According to Mary Trump, Ivanka’s relationships within the family are transactional, and she has established her own wealth through her marriage. Trump Jr., on the other hand, has shown his support for his father on social media, describing the case as the “most corrupt prosecution in American history.” Eric Trump, who has attended the trial, criticized the behavior of Michael Cohen, Trump’s former lawyer and a central witness in the prosecution’s case.
Trump has pleaded not guilty to all criminal charges and has accused Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and other prosecutors of targeting him for political reasons. He has criticized the trial as a form of election interference and maintains his innocence in the case. Mary Trump suggested that Trump may be more concerned about the absence of supporters rallying outside the courthouse in his defense rather than the absence of his children in the courtroom. She implied that Trump likely does not see their presence as a priority and that they would attend if he truly wanted them to be there.
The trial has stirred controversy and speculation among Trump’s family members and critics. Mary Trump’s insights into the family dynamics and the possible reasons for the absence of most of Trump’s children shed light on the complexities of their relationships and individual motivations. Trump’s children, especially Ivanka, seem to have made calculated decisions regarding their involvement in their father’s legal troubles, with each having their own reasons for either supporting or distancing themselves from him. The trial continues to attract attention and raises questions about the impact on Trump’s political future and personal relationships within his circle.
