Bettina Anderson Faces Backlash Over Alleged White House Role Ambitions Amid Trump Jr. Romance
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Donald Trump Jr.’s new girlfriend, Bettina Anderson, is making headlines, not only for her high-profile relationship but also for reportedly aiming to secure an influential role in Donald Trump’s incoming administration.
According to sources at Mar-a-Lago, Anderson, a Palm Beach socialite, has expressed interest in philanthropic and advisory roles within the Trump White House, including the top spot on the President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities.
The New York Post reported that Anderson, who recently began dating Trump Jr. after his split from Kimberly Guilfoyle, has been leveraging her connections at Mar-a-Lago to position herself within Trump’s orbit. Guilfoyle, meanwhile, has been appointed as the U.S. Ambassador to Greece.
An insider revealed that Anderson has been networking with key decision-makers, suggesting she could help the administration appeal to “the more sophisticated and liberal Hamptons and Palm Beach types of people.” However, her aspirations have drawn skepticism from some Trump allies, who question her qualifications and loyalty to Trump’s MAGA agenda.
“Being a wannabe influencer is nothing new in this world — but is she an influencer or an infiltrator?” one source questioned. Concerns were also raised about Anderson’s left-leaning views, with some allies at Mar-a-Lago criticizing her presence as a potential liability, told Daily Mail.
A spokesperson for Trump Jr. denied the reports, telling the Post, “This is totally wrong — not only is she not getting [a role], she has never brought up wanting one.”
Anderson currently serves on the board of the Project Paradise Film Fund, which funds wildlife-focused films in Florida and donates proceeds to conservation efforts. Despite her philanthropic work, critics on social media have been quick to lampoon her alleged ambitions.
One user remarked, “I have no doubt that she has her eye on a White House role. Why else would she date Trump Jr.?” Another commented, “Money, power, ego, sleazy morals, no integrity. Those people are all alike.”
Some questioned her qualifications, with one person saying, “Well, of course, she gets a public paycheck. Doesn’t every grifter put friends and family on the payroll?”
As speculation continues, Anderson’s rumored aspirations underscore the scrutiny surrounding the Trump administration’s appointments. Critics warn of potential nepotism, while Trump allies emphasize the need to avoid “headaches or liabilities” during a high-stakes transition period.
