Kai Trump has no interest in politics despite her grandfather winning two terms as president.
While rumors have swirled that Donald Trump Jr. wants to follow in his father’s footsteps as president, his oldest child, daughter Kai, declared she has no interest in the “dangerous” profession, RadarOnline.com can reveal.
The 18-year-old golfing star described how she avoids politics at all costs and has no divisive streak between her Republican party family and Democrats, wishing both parties could meet in the “middle.”
‘I Stay Out of Politics Completely’
“To be honest with you, I stay out of politics completely,” Kai confessed during a Tuesday, January 6, appearance on Jake Paul‘s Impaulsive podcast.
“I don’t want anything to do with politics because I feel like politics is such a dangerous thing, and I think if both sides met in the middle, everyone will be so much happier,” President Donald Trump‘s eldest grandchild continued.
‘People Get Too Extreme’ on Social Media
Admitting she’s more like her mom, Vanessa, than her very politically active father and grandpa, Kai blamed social media for the “extremes” on both the left and the right.
“I think there’s a lot of there’s radical left, there’s radical right. And there’s a lot of people that get too extreme. And that’s where social media really ties into it because social media kind of makes your Instagram or your feed or whatever kind of either be really one way or the other,” the teen explained.
“And there’s not a lot of there’s not a lot of things on social media where you’re very much in the middle. And I think that’s kind of makes some people crazy, and some people buy into it too much. I think that’s like the best way to say it.”
“Honestly, that goes for anything. Goes for politics, anything in life. Friendships, like if you get in a fight with someone and try to see their side and meet in the middle, it’s all the same thing at the end of the day, and people don’t realize that,” the University of Miami golf recruit revealed.
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Dad Don Jr. ‘Goes to War Online’
When asked whether her ability to stay so neutral online comes from her parents, Kai admitted her politically charged dad, 48, goes off the handle too much.
“She’s very much like me. Like, she’s very calm. She’s very chill. She likes hearing people out,” the high school senior noted about mom Vanessa, 48.
“And then obviously my dad, you know, I love him, but he just goes to war online. I’m sure you guys have seen his tweets and his Instagram and whatnot,” Kai said about Don Jr’s social media tirades.
However, she revealed both her mom and dad have always let her and her four siblings have their “own opinions.”
“Nothing was ever pushed upon us. I just happen to be a granddaughter of the president,” Kai stated.
When it comes to her future, it seems the teen is more likely to join the family real estate business than enter politics.
Kai said she plans to major in “business” upon starting at the University of Miami and focus on “management and marketing. I’m going to probably double major.”
Donald Trump’s Granddaughter Kai Reveals Dating Struggles While Under Constant Protection
Kai Trump, the eldest granddaughter of President Donald Trump, recently discussed her life, politics, and family.
She described the challenges of dating under constant security and adjusting to her grandfather’s second term. Kai said she has no interest in politics, citing extreme views online, and emphasized growing up in a household that encouraged independent thinking.
Kai Trump highlighted her calm relationship with her mother, her father’s outspoken nature, and her close bond with her low-key uncle, Barron Trump.
Kai Trump Talks About The Challenges Of Dating With A Security Detail
Kai, the 18-year-old eldest granddaughter of President Donald Trump, opened up about her life, politics, and family during an appearance on Logan Paul’s podcast “Impaulsive,” admitting it feels strange to go out to dinner with a boyfriend while her personal security sits just a few tables away, keeping a close eye on her every move.
She explained that the first year of her grandfather’s second term had been a big adjustment, going from a relatively normal life to having to coordinate nearly every action with her security detail. While she experienced similar circumstances during Trump’s first term, she was much younger, just under 14 when he left office.
Now preparing to play golf at the University of Miami later this year, Kai says the security presence feels more noticeable. Still, she’s learning to tune out the agents and let them do their job while she focuses on herself.
Donald Trump’s Granddaughter Says She Has No Interest In Politics Because It Is A ‘Dangerous Thing’
When it comes to politics, Kai is clear about her intentions. She has no plans to follow in her grandfather’s footsteps.
“I would never run,” she said. “I don’t want anything to do with politics because I feel like politics is such a dangerous thing, and I think if both sides met in the middle, everyone would be so much more happier.”
She added that extreme views on both ends of the spectrum contribute to a lot of tension.
“There’s radical left, there’s radical right, and there’s a lot of people that get too extreme. And there’s not a lot of things on social media where you’re very much in the middle. And I think that kind of makes some people crazy and some people buy into it too much,” she explained.
Kai also shared that she grew up in a family environment where she and her siblings were encouraged to think for themselves.
The high school senior, daughter of Donald Trump Jr. and his ex-wife Vanessa Trump, has siblings Donald III, Tristan, Spencer, and Chloe.
Kai Trump On Growing Up With Independent Thinking And Making Her Own Choices
She said her mother fostered a calm and open environment, allowing the children to form their own opinions.
“My mom let us have our own opinions, and she’s very much like me, like she’s very calm, she’s very chill, she likes hearing people out,” Kai explained.
She contrasted this with her father’s more outspoken online persona, adding, “Obviously, my dad, I love him, but he just goes to war online.”
Kai emphasized that her parents never forced political beliefs on her or her siblings.
“My parents have always had us letter our own opinions. Nothing was ever pushed upon us,” she noted. “I just happen to be a granddaughter of the president.”
Donald Trump’s Granddaughter Says It Was Her Idea To Speak At The 2024 RNC
Regarding her appearance at the 2024 Republican National Convention, where she spoke in support of her grandfather’s reelection, Kai stressed it was completely her choice.
The young golfer pointed out that it was strange to see the media call it part of a plan to secure more votes, especially young voters, noting that she was the one who asked to speak out publicly in support of her grandfather.
“That was literally all my idea,” Kai said. “But then the news goes out and says, ‘Oh, well that’s like a political plan, like that was put in place to get more voters’ or anything like that.”
Kai Trump Talks About Her Uncle Barron: ‘He’s A Great Guy’
During the interview, Paul asked Kai about her “Uncle B,” referring to Barron Trump, who is just a year older than her.
“He’s a great guy,” Kai said. “He doesn’t like the public eye so much, which I understand. But he’s a great guy.”
Barron, 19, is currently enrolled in NYU’s business school at its Washington, DC campus. When asked what Barron might have whispered to President Joe Biden during President Trump’s second inauguration earlier this year, Kai couldn’t say for sure but guessed it would have been something “nice.”
Throughout the conversation, Kai also reflected on her bond with Barron, highlighting his low-key nature.
“He doesn’t like the public eye so much, which I understand,” she noted, but “he’s a great guy.”
What to Know About Kai Trump, Donald Trump’s Eldest Grandchild
Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump welcomed Kai in May 2007
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President Donald Trump‘s eldest grandchild Kai Trump has not shied away from life in the public eye.
Kai is the daughter of Trump’s older son, Donald Trump Jr., and his ex-wife Vanessa Trump. Don Jr. and Vanessa married in 2005 and welcomed five children together before their split in 2018. After their divorce was finalized in February 2019, the pair shared a statement to PEOPLE in which they emphasized their continued focus on their children.
“We are incredibly lucky to have five amazing children and are committed to raising them together,” they said. “Our kids and their happiness will always be our first priority.”
Over the years, the teenager has joined her grandfather on the campaign trail and at presidential events. In July 2024, she delivered a speech at the Republican National Convention in support of Trump’s re-election. Kai is also a golfer, with plans to play for the University of Miami’s collegiate team in 2026.
Here’s everything to know about Donald Trump’s eldest grandchild, Kai Trump.
She was born in New York and raised in Florida
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Don Jr. and Vanessa welcomed Kai on May 12, 2007, in New York. Kai was named after Vanessa’s grandfather, Vanessa shared in a June 2025 YouTube Video. Vanessa said that Kai also means “ocean,” which is one of her favorite places to be.
Per her NCSA Sports recruiting profile, Kai moved to Jupiter, Fla., when she was 13 years old. She currently attends the Benjamin School — a private institution in Palm Beach, Fla., — which she is expected to graduate from in 2026.
She spoke at the Republican National Convention in 2024
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In July 2024, Kai delivered a speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee amid Trump’s campaign for re-election.
After being introduced by her father, she spoke about her relationship with Trump, saying, “To me, he’s just a normal grandpa.”
She is a golfer
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Kai is a golfer who has competed in the Nicklaus Junior Championship, Dustin Johnson World Junior Championship and a Junior Tournament at the Sage Valley Golf Club in Graniteville, in which she was up against Tiger Woods‘ son Charlie.
In March 2025, a source told PEOPLE that Kai’s athletic endeavors were partly what led to her mom Vanessa’s relationship with golf legend Woods, whose son also attends the Benjamin School. While Woods and Vanessa’s relationship was “very casual” at the time, they bonded over their kids, according to the insider.
“Their kids are going places in golf and both very disciplined about the sport. They have that in common,” the insider said.
Kai has also played with golf pros like Bryson DeChambeau and Scottie Scheffler.
She is set to attend the University of Miami in 2026
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In August 2024, Kai announced her verbal commitment to play collegiate golf at the University of Miami as part of the 2026 signing class.
She shared the news on her Instagram, writing that she was “excited to be a cane and represent the University of Miami.”
She has four younger siblings
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Kai is the eldest of Don Jr. and Vanessa’s five children, including brothers Donald III, Tristan and Spencer, and sister Chloe. Donald III was born in 2009, followed by Tristan in 2011, Spencer in 2012 and Chloe in 2014.
Kai is also the eldest among her six cousins: Arabella, Joseph, Theodore, Eric, Carolina and Alexander.
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