Ivanka Trump suffers major setback as Papa Donald's new 'right-hand man' steals spotlight during victory speech

After Donald Trump's historic victory, Ivanka was back on stage with her father for the first time since the election campaign. However, she suffered a major setback when Trump's daughter-in-law Lara secured her place as the president's right-hand man after months of tireless campaigning.

Along with husband Jared Kushner, Ivanka, 43, attended her father's election party at Mar-a-Lago to witness his incredible political return. Her presence coincides with speculation that she is seeking a return to politics following Trump's resounding triumph over Democratic rival Kamala Harris.

After playing significant roles in both of her father's previous election campaigns, 78-year-old daughter Ivanka decided to step away from politics to make room for the “ambitious” Lara.

Family members who accompanied Trump on stage included Melania Trump, sons Eric (40) and Donald Trump Jr. (46), Barron (18), daughter Tiffany (31) and granddaughter Kai (17).

Trump's daughters-in-law, Eric Trump's wife Lara and Donald Trump Jr.'s fiancée Kimberly Guilfoyle, also took center stage during the ecstatic celebrations.

Republicans praise Lara Trump for her tireless efforts

Ivanka, dressed in a blue velvet suit, smiled with her husband Jared Kushner as she heard her father say: “Honestly, I think this was the greatest political movement of all time.”

After thanking his “beautiful wife” Melania, Trump also thanked his “wonderful” children.

Wearing black pants and a long-sleeved, sheer black blouse, Lara stood proudly to Trump's right on Wednesday as he told Americans he had “made history.”

Meanwhile, Republican voters showered the new MAGA star with love on social media, saying she “deserves so much credit for this win” after “saving the Republican Party.”

“Lara Trump deserves every bit of praise for her tireless dedication and hard work. She has proven that she is a powerhouse and performs with integrity and focus day in and day out,” one admirer commented.

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Lara Trump's rise within the family during the election campaign

Lara, the former television producer, has been actively supporting Trump since he was nominated as the Republican candidate.

The 41-year-old, now co-chair of the Republican National Committee, rose through the family ranks during the campaign by appearing at her father-in-law's rallies.

Lara was at the forefront of Trump's rescue efforts in North Carolina when Hurricane Helene devastated the state.

Meanwhile, Eric praised his wife's performance during the campaign.

“You put your heart and soul into the job and proved them all wrong,” he wrote on X alongside a photo of himself and his wife during the vote count.

What about Ivanka?

Ivanka was a major force behind her father during his 2016 victory speech, giving a glimpse of the crucial role she would play during his first term as president.

During Trump's first term, she and Jared Kushner emerged as two of his most trusted advisers.

However, the two, who had vowed to avoid politics and focus on their family in Miami, were conspicuously absent from this campaign.

However, Ivanka also looked stunning from the side of the stage thanks to her bold red lip and bright blue matching pantsuit.