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Kai Trump Steals the Show at the RNC: ‘A Lot of People Have Put My Grandpa Through Hell’

Kai Madison Trump, the 17-year-old granddaughter of former President Donald Trump

Tabitha S. by Tabitha S.
July 18, 2024
in Culture, Lifestyle, National, Politics, Select News, Texas Family Values
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Kai Madison Trump, the 17-year-old granddaughter of former President Donald Trump, made an impactful appearance at the Republican National Convention on Wednesday night. Speaking in an unscheduled addition to the lineup, Kai aimed to showcase a different side of her grandfather, Donald Trump.

“To me, he’s just a normal grandpa. He gives us candy and soda when our parents aren’t looking, and he always wants to know how we’re doing in school,” said Kai, the eldest of Donald Trump Jr.’s five children, in what her father revealed was her first speech.
A view of the convention floor before the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 14, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS / AFP) (Photo by ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images)
Kai shared touching anecdotes about her relationship with her grandfather. “When I made the high honor roll, he printed it out to show his friends how proud he was of me,” she said. “He calls me during the middle of the school day to ask how my golf game is going and tells me all about his — but then I have to remind him that I’m in school and I’ll have to call him back later.”

The former president, 78, watched proudly as Kai spoke to a captivated audience. “When we play golf together, if I’m not on his team, he’ll try to get inside of my head, and he’s always surprised I don’t let him get to me,” Kai continued. “But I have to remind him, I’m a Trump, too.”

Kai also touched on the support her grandfather has given her, even amid his legal battles. “Even when he’s going through all these court cases, he always asks me how I’m doing. He always encourages me to push myself to be the most successful person I can be. Obviously, he sets the bar pretty high, but who knows, maybe one day I will catch him.”

She expressed her shock and concern over the recent assassination attempt on her grandfather at a Pennsylvania rally. “On Saturday, I was shocked when I heard that he had been shot, and I just wanted to know if he was okay. It was heartbreaking that someone could do that to another person,” she said. “A lot of people have put my grandpa through hell, and he’s still standing.”

TOPSHOT – Republican candidate Donald Trump is seen with blood on his face surrounded by secret service agents as he is taken off the stage at a campaign event at Butler Farm Show Inc. in Butler, Pennsylvania, July 13, 2024. Republican candidate Donald Trump was evacuated from the stage at today’s rally after what sounded like shots rang out at the event in Pennsylvania, according to AFP.
The former US president was seen with blood on his right ear as he was surrounded by security agents, who hustled him off the stage as he pumped his first to the crowd.
Trump was bundled into an SUV and driven away. (Photo by Rebecca DROKE / AFP) (Photo by REBECCA DROKE/AFP via Getty Images)

Concluding her speech, Kai emphasized the love and admiration she holds for her grandfather. “Grandpa, you are such an inspiration, and I love you,” she said. “The media makes my grandpa seem like a different person, but I know him for who he is. He’s very caring and loving. He truly wants the best for this country, and he will fight every single day to make America great again.”

Kai’s heartfelt speech at the RNC provided a glimpse into the personal side of Donald Trump, showcasing the deep familial bonds that often remain out of the public eye.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JULY 17: Kai Trump stands with her dad Donald Trump Jr., son of former U.S. President Donald Trump on stage on the third day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 17, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Delegates, politicians, and the Republican faithful are in Milwaukee for the annual convention, concluding with former President Donald Trump accepting his party’s presidential nomination. The RNC takes place from July 15-18. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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Tabitha S.

Tabitha S.

As a native Texan, I am passionate about covering the news that impacts our lives in Texas. Community and family is what is important at the Texas Insider, we strive to deliver comprehensive stories by examining history and presenting the full picture.

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