US President Donald Trump’s second son, Eric Trump, expressed his “gratitude” on Thursday after his new book Under Siege became a “New York Times #1 Bestseller” – considered one of the most prestigious achievements in the publishing industry. The 41-year-old, a fierce defender of his father on network television, also thanked Donald Trump – who previously called the book “phenomenal” – and his entire family for their support.
“With humility and gratitude to all who made ‘Under Siege’ a #1 New York Times bestseller – the most prestigious award in the publishing industry. This is not just my story – this is OUR story. They put our nation through hell and together we won! Thank you for standing with me, my father and our entire family in this vicious, organized struggle,” Trump wrote, after alongside my incredible team, they never stopped at X.
What is the book Under Siege about?
In September, Eric Trump announced his book, “Under Siege: My Family’s Fight to Save Our Nation.”
According to news reports, the synopsis describes the book as offering “an unfiltered look at the highs and lows of life in Trump’s world,” giving readers an honest look at the experiences and challenges the family faces.
After the shooting of conservative activist and Trump ally Charlie Kirk last month, Eric Trump said on X that he would donate a portion of the proceeds to Turning Point USA, an organization founded by Kirk.
What will Eric reveal about his childhood?
In his book, Eric Trump described his upbringing as one marked by tough love. He wrote that his mother was a stricter parent, often resorting to frequent beatings. Recalling his early school days, Eric noted that when he was in first grade, his father would remind him every morning before school, “No drinking, no smoking, no drugs, and remember never trust anyone.
Eric Trump, who is also known as a podcast host and former TV personality, often appeared on the hit NBC reality show “The Apprentice” alongside his father Donald Trump, his brother Donald Trump Jr. and his future stepmother, then Melanie Knauss.
Who is Eric Trump married to?
Eric Trump is married to Fox News anchor Lara Trump.
The book delves into several of the Trump family’s legal battles, which Eric Trump refers to as “legalities” and claims have put the family under “siege.” He also wrote that he is “probably the most subpoenaed man in American history.”
Why did the Trumps move to Florida?
Eric and Lara Trump moved to Jupiter, Florida in May 2021 from Westchester, New York. The couple bought a $3.2 million home in the gated community of Trump National Golf Club.
In the book, Eric Trump said the pandemic restrictions at his son’s school were the “last straw in the madness” that prompted their decision to move to Florida.
Eric Trump and Lara Trump are the parents of two children – Carolina and Luke.
Will Eric Trump run?
At an Oct. 19 book event promoting his newly released book, “Under Siege: My Family’s Fight to Save the Nation,” Eric Trump was asked if he or his siblings had any political ambitions, according to a USA Today report.
The 41-year-old, who has run the Trump Organization with his older brother since their father was elected to the White House, has long played a role in his father’s campaigns but now appears ready to retire from politics.
“It’s a terrible job. It’s a terrible career. We’ve seen the best, we’ve seen the worst,” he said. “Never say never, but I’m hoping to avoid the nightmare of… politics for a little while longer.
