President Donald Trump’s youngest son, Barron Trump, reportedly shut down an entire floor of Trump Tower for a private date, according to multiple media reports published this week. The 19-year-old college student’s romantic evening required extensive security measures at his family’s Manhattan skyscraper.
A source briefed on the matter told Page Six that the decision to hold the date at the family’s Fifth Avenue residence was strictly for security reasons. The young Trump’s Secret Service protection necessitated closing off an entire floor of the building to ensure privacy and safety during the romantic meeting.
Barron, who stands 6 feet 7 inches tall, is currently a sophomore at New York University’s Stern School of Business. However, he has been living at the White House this fall while taking classes at NYU’s Washington, D.C. campus, which began on September 2. The D.C. outpost accepts 60 to 120 students each semester and offers courses in politics, public policy, history, economics and journalism.
During his freshman year, Barron attended classes at NYU’s main Greenwich Village campus in Manhattan, where he reportedly attracted significant attention from female students. A fellow student indicated that despite his height making him somewhat awkward, “He had a lot of girls running after him.” Another source described him as popular among women on campus, noting his tall stature and attractiveness.
The president’s son has had to adapt his social interactions due to security concerns and his high-profile status. Sources revealed in April that Barron cannot give out his phone number to college friends due to fears it would leak to the public. Instead, he communicates with peers through Xbox gaming console chat platforms and Discord messaging services to maintain privacy.
The unusual dating arrangement at Trump Tower highlights the security challenges faced by the first family. Students at NYU previously reported that Barron attended classes flanked by Secret Service agents and traveled in motorcades. One peer mentioned asking him to play basketball, and while Barron seemed interested, the student believed he wasn’t really allowed to participate in normal college activities.
The reports of Barron’s dating life have generated media speculation, with some outlets previously claiming he had found love during his college years. However, conflicting reports emerged in recent months, with some sources suggesting he had stepped back from dating to focus on business endeavors and family time.
Fox News hosts Jesse Watters and Julie Banderas discussed the Trump Tower date during a television segment, with Banderas commenting on the arrangement and speculating about the outcome of the evening. Their discussion drew criticism from media watchdogs and other commentators who called their speculation about the teenager’s private life inappropriate.
Several publications have criticized the intense media focus on Barron’s personal relationships. Slate questioned the narrative surrounding the young Trump’s dating life, suggesting that anonymous sources have been promoting stories about his romantic appeal without substantial evidence. The outlet noted that similar reports have emerged before, typically based on unnamed sources making claims about his popularity.
President Trump previously indicated during his 2024 campaign that his son did not have a girlfriend at the time, describing Barron as someone who doesn’t mind being alone but gets along well with people. The president also credited Barron with influencing his campaign strategy by suggesting interviews with podcasters to reach younger male voters.
Barron has largely remained out of the public eye since his father’s inauguration in January, making few appearances at White House events. He was spotted in March wearing an expensive Rolex watch while arriving at Trump Tower with his mother, First Lady Melania Trump. Forbes recently reported his net worth at approximately $150 million, attributed to cryptocurrency investments.
The Cut published an editorial criticizing media outlets and commentators for their focus on the teenager’s personal life, arguing that such speculation crosses boundaries of basic decency regardless of political affiliations. The publication called for an end to commentary about the intimate lives of political family members who are still teenagers.
The incident underscores the unique challenges faced by children of presidents, who must navigate typical college experiences while managing extraordinary security requirements and media attention. Barron is expected to graduate from NYU in 2028.
