Born on October 30, 1981, in New York City, Ivanka Marie Trump grew up in the spotlight as the daughter of real estate tycoon Donald Trump and socialite Ivana Trump. After graduating from the Wharton School of Business, she joined the Trump Organization in 2005, spearheading high-profile projects like the Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C.
In 2007, she launched her eponymous fashion brand, Ivanka Trump, which became synonymous with affordable luxury. However, the brand faced backlash for alleged ties to overseas sweatshops and shut down in 2018 amid ethics concerns during her White House tenure.
As a senior advisor to President Donald Trump (2017–2021), Ivanka championed policies like tax reform and workforce development. Critics accused her of leveraging her position for financial gain, citing trademarks approved in China and private email use for government business. Her husband, Jared Kushner, also served as a senior advisor, further fueling nepotism claims.
Controversies & Criticism:
- "Complicit" Campaign: A 2017 SNL sketch mocking her perceived silence on divisive Trump policies went viral, with critics dubbing her tone-deaf.
- Post-2020 Election: She faced backlash for initially supporting her father’s claims of election fraud before urging acceptance of the results.
- January 6 Insurrection: Ivanka’s tweet calling Capitol rioters “patriots” (later deleted) drew widespread condemnation.
Recent Updates:
Since leaving Washington, Ivanka has distanced herself from politics, focusing on family life in Florida. In 2022, she was questioned in the New York investigation into the Trump Organization’s alleged asset inflation. Her memoir, *"Women Who Work"* (2017), remains a topic of debate for its portrayal of privilege versus empowerment.
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