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Meet Donald Trump's 10 grandchildren

Republican presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump stands with his grandchildren on the third day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 17, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Donald Trump stood with some of his grandchildren on the third day of the Republican National Convention in 2024.

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  • President-elect Donald Trump has 10 β€” soon to be 11 β€”grandchildren.
  • They range in age from 5 to 17.
  • His second-youngest child, Tiffany, announced her pregnancy in late 2024.

The Trump family is gearing up for the inauguration on Monday, eight years after Donald Trump took office for the first time in January 2017.

A lot has changed for the Trump family in the past eight years: Back then, Donald Trump's oldest son, Donald Jr., was still married to his now ex-wife, Vanessa, and the president had two fewer grandchildren.

Donald Trump has five children β€” Donald Jr., Ivanka, Eric, Tiffany, and Barron β€”Β and the three eldest each have multiple children of their own, while Tiffany Trump is set to give birth to her first child this year. Barron, who is just 18, started his freshman year of college in 2024.

Trump's eldest grandchild, Kai, is already stepping into the spotlight. She spoke at the 2024 Republican National Convention and frequently posts photos on Instagram with her grandfather β€” she even posted that Elon Musk had "uncle status" on X. It stands to reason that as the rest of his grandchildren grow up, they might become more publicly outspoken, as well.

Here's a guide to all 10 of Trump's grandchildren.

Kai Madison Trump
Daughter of Donald Trump Jr., Kai Trump speaks on stage on the third day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 17, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Kai Trump spoke onstage on the third day of the Republican National Convention in 2024.

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Kai is the oldest of President Trump's grandchildren at 17 years old. She's also the oldest child of Donald Trump Jr. and his ex-wife, Vanessa Trump. She was born in May 2007.

Donald Jr. and Vanessa, who were married from 2005 to 2018, have five children together.

Kai spoke onstage at the Republican National Convention last year, making her first foray onto the political stage.

She's also set to play college golf and verbally committed to playing at the University of Miami beginning in 2026, she shared on Instagram in August.

She thanked Donald Trump, who owns more than a dozen golf courses, in the post, writing, "I would like to thank my Grandpa for giving me access to great courses and tremendous support."

Donald John Trump III
US former President and 2024 Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump (R) stands with grandchildren onstage during the last day of the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 18, 2024.
From left: Donald J. Trump III, Kai Trump, and President Trump at the 2024 RNC.

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After Kai came Donald J. Trump III, who was born in February 2009, making him 15. Donald Jr. posted a photo with all of his kids, including his 15-year-old son, on Thanksgiving.

He was also onstage at the RNC in 2024.

Tristan Milos Trump
Vanessa Trump, wife of Donald Trump, Jr, holds her son Tristan as they walk off Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base, MD, April 16, 2017
Vanessa Trump held her son Tristan in April 2017.

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Donald Jr. and Vanessa's third child, Tristan, was born in October 2011 and is now 13 years old.

Spencer Frederick Trump
Donald Trump Jr. and children Chloe Trump, Spencer Trump, Tristan Trump and Donald Trump III attend the 2018 Professional Bull Riders Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden at Madison Square Garden on January 7, 2018 in New York City.
Spencer Trump in 2018.

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Spencer is the fourth of Donald Jr.'s five children; he was born in October 2012 and is 12 years old.

His middle name comes from his great-great-grandfather and his great-grandfather, Frederick Trump and Frederick Trump Sr., respectively.

President Trump also had an older brother, Frederick Trump Jr., who died in 1981.

Chloe Sophia Trump
Donald Trump Jr. (C) and children Chloe Trump, Spencer Trump, Tristan Trump and Donald Trump III attend the 2018 Professional Bull Riders Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden at Madison Square Garden on January 7, 2018 in New York City
Donald Trump Jr. and Chloe in 2018.

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Chloe is the youngest child of President Trump's eldest child. She was born in June 2014, making her 10 years old.

Her dad posted a photo of her and her older brother Spencer fishing in December 2024 on Instagram.

Arabella Rose Kushner
U.S. President Donald Trump and his granddaughter Arabella Rose Kushner walk across the South Lawn as they return from a weekend stay in Bedminster, New Jersey at the White House on July 29, 2018 in Washington, DC.
President Donald Trump and his granddaughter, Arabella Rose Kushner, walked across the South Lawn in 2018.

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President Trump's second child is Ivanka Trump, who married Jared Kushner in 2009. She gave birth to their first child, Arabella, in July 2011. She is now 13 years old.

Ivanka regularly shares photos of her kids on social media. In a July 2024Β InstagramΒ post about Arabella's birthday, Ivanka wrote that her daughter loves singing, playing the piano, riding horses, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Joseph Frederick Kushner
Jared Kushner, senior advisor and son-in-law to U.S. President Donald Trump, kisses his son Joseph Kushner before the pardoning ceremony for the National Thanksgiving Turkey in the Rose Garden at the White House November 21, 2017 in Washington, DC.
Jared Kushner sat with his son Joseph in November 2017.

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Ivanka's second child, Joseph, was born in October 2013, making him 11 years old now.

According to Ivanka's Instagram, Joseph likes computers, dirt biking, and skateboarding.

Joseph and his cousin Spencer, who are 11 months apart, share the same middle name.

Theodore James Kushner
Senior White House adviser Jared Kushner departs with his son Theodore Kushner during the 95th annual national Christmas tree lighting ceremony held by the National Park Service on the Ellipse near the White House on November 30, 2017 in Washington, D.C
Jared Kushner with his son Theodore Kushner in November 2017.

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Ivanka's youngest child, Theodore, was born in March 2016. He is 8 years old, and loves football, parkour, poker, Rubik's cubes, and more, per his mom's Instagram.

Eric Luke Trump
Republican presidential candidate former U.S. President Donald Trump holds his grandson Luke onstage at a campaign rally at the Aero Center Wilmington on September 21, 2024 in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Luke came onstage to support his grandfather at a rally in September 2024.

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Trump's third child, Eric, has been married to Lara Trump since 2014.

Their first child, Eric Luke (who goes by his middle name), was born in September 2017, making him 7 years old.

Luke has appeared at Trump rallies, like the September 2024 North Carolina rally pictured above, and appeared at the 2024 RNC with his sister.

Carolina Dorothy Trump
Republican presidential candidate former U.S. President Donald Trump holds his granddaughter Carolina on stage at a campaign rally at the Aero Center Wilmington on September 21, 2024 in Wilmington, North Carolina.
President Donald Trump held his granddaughter Carolina onstage at a campaign rally in September 2024.

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For now, 5-year-old Carolina is Trump's youngest grandchild. She was born to Eric and Lara in August 2019.

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261,000 more student-loan borrowers get $4.5 billion in debt cancellation in Biden's final days in office

President Joe Biden
President Joe Biden announced more student-debt relief for borrowers in his final days in office.

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  • Biden announced an additional $4.5 billion in student-debt cancellation for 261,000 borrowers.
  • The relief impacts borrowers who attended Ashford University, which a court found engaged in fraudulent behavior.
  • This is among Biden's last debt relief efforts before he leaves the White House.

More student-loan borrowers are getting debt relief during President Joe Biden's last week in the White House.

On Wednesday, Biden's Education Department announced that it approved an additional $4.5 billion in debt cancellation for 261,000 borrowers who attended the for-profit school Ashford University from March 1, 2009, to April 30, 2020.

This announcement is a result of a request for relief from the California Department of Justice, which investigated Ashford and found, along with evidence from the Education Department, that the school misled students about the costs of attending and the credentials they needed to pursue their desired careers.

The California Department of Justice hit Ashford with a $20 million penalty in 2022,Β and a federal court found the school guilty of fraudulent behavior that same year. Ashford appealed the ruling, and in 2024,Β an appeals court upheld the department's findings of wrongdoing.

"Numerous federal and state investigations have documented the deceptive recruiting tactics frequently used by Ashford University," Under Secretary of Education James Kvaal said in a statement. He added that "today's announcement will finally provide relief to many students who were harmed by Ashford's illegal actions."

The Education Department said it will email impacted borrowers notifying them of their relief in the coming days, and borrowers do not need to take any further action. Since this relief is a group discharge, it also includes borrowers who did not individually submit borrower defense to repayment applications, which are forms borrowers can submit for relief if they believe they were defrauded by the school they attended.

This relief expands on the Education Department's 2023 approval of a $72 million group discharge for 2,300 borrowers who attended Ashford, following the court decision from 2022. Ashford was acquired by the University of Arizona Global Campus in 2020.

This could likely mark Biden's last batch of student-loan forgiveness before he leaves office. On January 13, the Education Department announced $4.2 billion in debt cancellation for 152,000 borrowers, bringing the total student-debt relief under Biden to over $180 billion for 5.3 million borrowers.

The landscape for student-loan forgiveness is uncertain under President-elect Donald Trump, who has previously criticized broad debt relief and is unlikely to continue Biden's debt relief efforts.

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I spent 48 hours in the 'top city to visit' in 2025. It was nice, but it definitely didn't live up to that title.

Author Mar Yvette and her husband smiling in a selfie taken in Toulouse
I spent two days in Toulouse, which Lonely Planet named the top city to visit in 2025.

Mar Yvette

  • I spent two days in Toulouse, which Lonely Planet dubbed the top city to visit in 2025.
  • Nicknamed the "Pink City," Toulouse is home to several universities and iconic sites.
  • Despite its youthful vibrancy and affordable eats, it didn't have the sophisticated vibe I wanted.

My husband and I love exploring new cities, so when we were planning our recent trip across France and Spain, we knew Toulouse would be one of our stops.

Located in southern France near the Spanish border, it has long attracted tourists β€” and travel site Lonely Planet named it the top city to visit in 2025.

Toulouse is home to several universities and iconic sites, including the historic Dome de La Grave along the Garonne River. It's also been nicknamed the "Pink City" for its stunning rosy-colored terra-cotta architecture.

Although my husband loved our two days in Toulouse, something about it didn't fully click for me.

A lot of the city seemed to be oriented toward college students

View of stone streets, outdoor dining and trees in Toulouse
I felt a lot of Toulouse felt ideal for university students.

Mar Yvette

I'm not a fancy-pants traveler, but I still like to incorporate some swankiness into my trips. Unfortunately, we didn't find many opportunities to sprinkle sophistication into our days in Toulouse.

As we were in a large French city, I expected to see a few more upmarket shops (other than Galeries Lafayette) and high-end restaurants mixed in with all the secondhand shops, bookstores, and casual eateries.

Instead, we found more businesses and affordable eateries that seemed geared toward local students. On the plus side, though, we saved money eating at the plentiful quick and tasty cafΓ©s, like El Amacen empanada bar.

A street in Toulouse at night with a few people walking in it, lit-up bar sign
Toulouse seemed quite lively at night.

Mar Yvette

In addition, Toulouse seemed to have a lively nightlife, which makes sense considering the many nearby universities.

It was a bit too much for me, especially since this meant we heard many loud people heading out of the bars late at night near our hotel.

We stayed in the middle of the city, so I wasn't expecting silence. In fact, I enjoy hearing the sounds of a city in the evening. However, at a certain point β€” say, after 11 p.m. β€” I appreciate some quiet.

My husband and I wanted to keep our hotel window open to get some fresh air as we slept, but the late-night revelers made that a less-appealing option.

The traffic and roads were difficult for us to navigate

I'm happy we had the experience of driving across France, but doing so was particularly stressful in Toulouse.

As with most major cities, traffic here felt intimidating β€” especially since Toulouse has numerous narrow one-way streets.

Upon arrival at our hotel, we had to circle the roads several times before we could eventually pull over to the valet, as numerous vehicles were double-parked, and we didn't want to block traffic.

Thankfully, Toulouse is a very walkable city, and we mostly managed to get around on foot to take in the sights and visit friends. Next time we're in France with a car, though, we'll head elsewhere.

Overall, I wasn't blown away by Toulouse β€” but maybe younger travelers would be

Crowds of people picnicking and sitting along the grass and stone path next to water in Toulouse at sunset
Toulouse was beautiful, but I wasn't super impressed by it.

Mar Yvette

We enjoyed Toulouse's rosy architecture, museums, and charming views from the banks of the Garonne River, but it just didn't have that certain je ne sais quoi I've felt in other large French cities like Paris or Bordeaux.

In many ways, Toulouse felt like a college town, probably because it kind of is one, with its multiple universities and sizable student population (tens of thousands!).

I wished it had felt more expansive, sophisticated, and buzzing with excitement β€” though preferably not loudly and late into the night.

Although I understand why many love the city, I feel like I would've liked it more when I was in my early 20s. I'm in my 40s now.

To be fair, we were in Toulouse for less than 48 hours and stayed within the city center, so I realize that doesn't give me the most comprehensive perspective.

Still, first impressions are important. I'm glad we went, but I left feeling like one visit was enough.

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Billionaires and CEOs have a choice to make: Attend Trump's inauguration or the first day of Davos

Donald Trump Jr., Donald Trump, and Eric Trump
Some billionaires and CEOs will have to choose between Trump's inauguration and Day 1 of Davos.

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  • Decisions, decisions.
  • Some billionaires and CEOs are deciding whether to attend Donald Trump's inauguration or catch the first day of Davos.
  • Attending Trump's inauguration could mean scoring face time with the new President and his administration.

It's a scheduling conflict most of us will never know.

Some of the world's wealthiest and most powerful people are staring down a decision as the first major events of the billionaire social calendar this year overlap.

President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20 coincides with the first day of Davos, an annual gathering of the world's business and politics elite in Davos, Switzerland, held by the World Economic Forum.

Those invited to both must now decide: Do they miss potential face time with the incoming president and members of his inner circle, or skip a day of networking with political leaders and business titans from around the globe?

Trump's swearing-in begins at noon ET on Monday.

The first item on the agenda at Davos, titled "First Impressions: Inauguration Day," starts at 3 p.m. local time Monday. (Davos is six hours ahead of Washington, DC.) Later on Monday, an awards ceremony begins at 6 p.m. Davos time, followed by an open forum and an opening concert, both at 6:30 p.m. Given the time difference, you couldn't possibly attend both Trump's inauguration and Davos Day 1 in person β€” even with a private jet.

A slew of major US companies or their execs made $1 million donations to Trump's inauguration fund, including Meta, Amazon, Google, OpenAI, and Uber.

Attending the inauguration in addition to making a donation could be a savvy business move. Trump was a vocal critic of Big Tech in his first term, so those firms and their execs could benefit from maneuvering to be in his good graces when he retakes the Oval Office.

Big donations to presidential inauguration funds typically come with exclusive perks, like seats for the inaugural address or entry to black-tie balls or other events.

Donors who gave $1 million towards the fund were supposed to receive six tickets apiece to six different events, including Trump's swearing-in and a January 19 "candlelight dinner" with Trump and his wife, Melania, The New York Times reported, citing documents on the matter. Some big donors, however, may no longer receive VIP tickets as some events have already reached capacity, according to the report.

While it will be come more clear who opted for a trip to D.C. on Monday, there are some CEOs that seem likely to attend Trump's inauguration.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been frequently spotted by Trump's side since the election and has lambasted Davos in the past.

Screenshots of invitations for a black-tie reception Monday night co-hosted by Mark Zuckerberg also circulated on social media this week. According to the circulating invite, Zuck will be co-hosting the event alongside Miriam Adelson, the billionaire widow of casino magnate Sheldon Adelson; Tilman Fertitta, Trump's pick for US ambassador to Italy; and Chicago Cubs owner Todd Ricketts and his wife, Sylvie Légère.

For those who choose to attend the inauguration, they'll still be able to catch much of Davos. The annual event concludes on January 24.

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I tested 5 ways to add protein to my coffee. The best ingredient was completely undetectable.

protein powders and other convenient sources and a glass of coffee with collagen
I like finding new ways to add protein to my diet.

Meredith Schneider

My morning brew is sacred. However, I know drinking it first thing on an empty stomach isn't great.

Luckily, my social-media feeds have been full of "proffee" (protein coffee) recipes lately, and it turns out the internet trend actually has some merit.

"Consuming protein along with coffee can help to stabilize blood-sugar levels," registered dietitian Bianca Coats told Business Insider. "Protein will help to slow down the absorption of simple carbohydrates and caffeine into the bloodstream and reduce the likelihood of a crash."

According to nutrition coach Adrianne M. Ortiz, we should be getting about 20 to 30 grams of protein within the first half an hour of waking up.

I knew I wanted to find a go-to way to add protein to my morning cup of Joe, so I tested five different ingredients to see which one was best.

Here's how they stacked up.

Flavored protein powder was an easy place to start.
cup of coffee next to a container of protein powder
I regularly use vanilla protein powder, so this wasn't new for me.

Meredith Schneider

I've used vanilla protein powder to sweeten and add protein to my coffee before, so I knew what to expect with this one. Although I've tried plant-based options, I usually go for whey because I think it blends more easily into liquids.

For this recipe, I used 8 ounces of freshly brewed espresso, a serving of Nutrisystem's Prosync sweet vanilla shake mix (15 grams of protein), ice, and a splash of maple syrup.

I really enjoyed how it tasted, and using a simple flavor like vanilla or chocolate will allow me to change up the recipe when I want to. Unfortunately, the powder did become a little gritty after a couple of minutes.

PB2 is a nice option for a low-sugar protein boost.
a cup of coffee behind a small container of PB2
PB2 is a form of powdered peanut butter.

Meredith Schneider

I've had some incredible Reese's-inspired lattes and love adding peanut butter to coffee-flavored protein shakes, so I was excited to try adding PB2 (a powdered peanut-butter alternative) to my coffee.

It notably has less fat and fewer calories than the spread. A 2-tablespoon serving of peanut butter has 190 calories, but the same serving of PB2 only has 45.

I brewed two espresso shots and added a serving of PB2, some 2% milk, and honey to taste.

If I were to recreate it, I'd use chocolate milk or add chocolate syrup β€” this recipe definitely needed more sweetener for my tastes.

Egg whites make for a fluffier protein option.
cup of coffee next to an egg
I need to get better at whipping egg whites before I add them to my coffee again.

Meredith Schneider

Egg whites were probably the most intimidating protein-boost option.

I whipped ΒΌ cup of egg whites (3.6 grams of protein) and used them as a base for ΒΌ cup of espresso and a splash of maple-flavored oat-milk creamer.

I don't think I whipped my egg whites correctly β€” they weren't quite as fluffy as they should've been β€” which made the whole experience a little less pleasant.

But I loved the flavor of this drink, so I'd definitely try it again using a stand mixer or high-speed blender to get really fluffy whites.

Cottage cheese didn't work out so well for me.
tub of cottage cheese and a cup of coffee
The cottage cheese separated a little in my coffee.

Meredith Schneider

I probably wouldn't have thought of it myself, but cottage cheese can be a great protein addition to coffee. I blended a ΒΌ-cup serving of low-fat cottage cheese with a cup of caramel-flavored coffee and a dash of oat milk.

The drink tasted good, but the cottage cheese separated pretty quickly, which was a little unpleasant.

I probably won't use it in regular coffee again, but I'm open to adding a serving of cottage cheese to protein shakes or frozen, blended coffee beverages.

Collagen has the benefit of being unflavored.
tub of collage next to a cup of coffee
The Vital Proteins collagen powder I used was unflavored.

Meredith Schneider

Collagen is naturally found in animals, including humans. But according to Ortiz, our collagen levels tend to diminish after 30.

Powdered collagen peptides typically have about 18 grams of protein per serving and are often flavorless. However, it's important to note that collagen isn't a complete protein source because it doesn't contain all the essential amino acids our body needs. It's best to pair it with other foods and complete protein sources throughout the day.

I added two scoops of Vital Proteins unflavored collagen peptides to 6 ounces of caramel-flavored coffee and topped it off with some maple-flavored oat-milk creamer.

I used a frother to whip everything together, which gave the drink a beautiful ombrΓ© effect. Plus, I didn't notice the collagen at all as I enjoyed the cup.

Everyone will have their preferences, but I loved the collagen coffee.
cottage cheese, protein powder, PB2, collagen powder, and eggs
I'm willing to try a number of these protein-packed coffee add-ins again.

Meredith Schneider

I don't think it's essential to add protein to your coffee β€” although it's smart to pair your regular cup with a balanced snack or meal to avoid a crash. But I had fun trying the different add-ins.

Collagen powder is my new favorite way to add protein to my morning coffee because it doesn't impact the flavor or drinking experience at all.

I'll keep using scoops of chocolate or vanilla whey protein powder when I want a sweeter cup of Joe, and I'm excited to try most of these recipes again with a few tweaks.

This story was originally published on July 23, 2024, and most recently updated on January 15, 2025.

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