Barron Trump, President Donald Trump’s 6’7″ youngest son, has sparked a fresh wave of online speculation after being spotted leaving a building on New York University’s campus. The sighting comes just weeks after a flurry of viral posts claimed Barron was rejected from Ivy League heavyweights Harvard and Columbia, allegedly triggering a very presidential-level temper tantrum from Dad.
According to the internet rumor mill, the U.S President’s recent warpath against elite universities isn’t just about politics; it’s personal. The theory says that after Barron’s reported snubs from Harvard and Columbia, Donald Trump decided it was time to torch the ivory towers with executive orders, lawsuits, and a hefty dose of Truth Social rants.
© Instar Images/The Grosby GroupBarron’s Ivy League Bummer?
While no official confirmations about Barron Trump’s college acceptance (or rejection) have been made public, rumors exploded online, suggesting that Harvard and Columbia turned him down.
That’s when the internet did its thing: connect a few dots, sprinkle in a conspiracy or two, and voilà, suddenly Trump’s vendetta against Ivy League schools looked less like political policy and more like personal payback.
Trump vs. The Ivies: A Political Grudge Match
Trump’s rhetoric against elite universities has ramped up since he returned to the White House. Last week, he dubbed Harvard an “Anti-Semitic, Far Left Institution” on Truth Social, echoing claims from his administration that American campuses have tolerated rising anti-Semitism.
In response to these protests, universities, including Harvard, placed students on probation and withheld degrees, but that wasn’t enough to avoid Trump’s wrath.
In a new executive order, Trump attempts to reshape how federal grants and student loans are distributed, targeting “unlawful discrimination.”
In short, Ivy League schools are being dragged into a culture war, one tuition bill at a time.
What’s Going on With Barron?
The sighting of Barron Trump exiting an NYU building has set off a whole new wave of speculation. While not technically Ivy League, NYU has major academic cred, a vibrant urban campus, and a slightly less buttoned-up reputation than its Ivy cousins. It’s also far enough from the political limelight of DC and steps away from some of the best pizzas on earth.
© Instar Images/The Grosby GroupWhether Barron was rejected from Harvard or Columbia may never be confirmed, but the inquiry has added a very personal edge to Trump’s latest cultural crusade.
Barron Trump is ‘Very smart’
Trump has been making headlines for his impressive skills and academic pursuits. His mother, Melania Trump, said he is fluent in three languages, and his father shared details on his technological aptitudes. In an interview with Fox News’ Laura Ingraham, Trump shared that Barron has an “unbelievable aptitude in technology.”
During the conversation, Donald also reflected on his children’s accomplishments and how they have excelled in various fields. “If you look at my kids, all of my kids, they’ve been very good, they’ve been very smart,” he said.
© The Washington Post“They love our country and they’re proud of their father,” he continued. When asked about Barron’s natural talents, he detailed a moment when he tried to shut down Barron’s laptop. “I turn off his laptop, I said, ‘Oh good,’ and I go back five minutes later, he’s got his laptop. I said, ‘How’d you do that?'” Donald shared. “None of your business, Dad,” he responded. “He’s got an unbelievable aptitude in technology,” Donald added, clearly impressed by his son’s skills.
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