One of the most pervasive myths Donald Trump has cultivated is the image of a “wholesome family man,” a portrayal that stands in stark contrast to his documented actions, including a conviction related to hush money payments to a porn star and his known association with Jeffrey Epstein. Adding to this is the infamous 2005 Access Hollywood tape, where Trump’s so-called “love advice” to Billy Bush sounded more like a justification for s*xual assault.
Despite this, many of Trump’s supporters continue to see him as a pious figure, seemingly overlooking the ample evidence to the contrary. A significant part of this troubling narrative includes various video clips over the years where Trump’s interactions with his daughter, Ivanka Trump, have raised eyebrows. These moments have led many to question his behavior, portraying him less as a doting father and more as a “creepy uncle.”
The discussion around Trump’s conduct resurfaced during the 2024 Democratic National Convention when President Joe Biden was seen hugging his daughter, Ashley Biden, on stage. While some on social media tried to frame this as inappropriate, the reality was simply an elderly father embracing his grown daughter in what was effectively a celebration of his political career’s conclusion. The attempts to draw a parallel between this and Trump’s history of questionable behavior only served to bring renewed attention to the numerous clips and incidents involving Trump and Ivanka.
In 2013, during an appearance on The Wendy Williams Show, Trump and Ivanka were asked what they had in common. Trump’s response was shocking—”s*x.” This disturbing comment, coupled with Ivanka’s uncomfortable giggle, left many viewers appalled. Furthermore, Trump has made other unsettling remarks about Ivanka, including suggesting that if they were not related, he might date her. He has also referred to her as “voluptuous,” and allowed radio host Howard Stern to call her “a piece of a**.”
These behaviors are just a few examples that paint a disturbing picture of Trump’s interactions with his daughter, often making them appear less like a father-daughter relationship and more like something far more inappropriate. Meanwhile, Trump’s behavior towards his other daughter, Tiffany Trump, appears markedly different. During the 2024 Republican National Convention, Trump notably ignored Tiffany’s attempt at a public display of affection, further highlighting the unequal and, at times, troubling nature of his relationships with his children.
In summary, while Trump’s supporters may continue to uphold him as a paragon of family values, the evidence suggests a far more complex and unsettling reality.