On May 9, 2024, Ivanka Trump posted a cryptic message on her Instagram Stories that has fueled speculation it might be aimed at her father, Donald Trump, who is currently facing several legal challenges, including a high-profile trial. The message was a quote from Marcus Aurelius, the former Roman emperor, stating, “Choose not to be harmed — and you won’t feel harmed. Don’t feel harmed — and you haven’t been.” Ivanka added a footnote to the quote, “You control over your own perceptions and reactions, even if you cannot control external events,” suggesting that individuals can choose how they perceive and respond to external pressures.
The post left many wondering if it was directed at Donald Trump, as he navigates through a series of legal issues. While Ivanka did not elaborate on the context of the quote or offer any explanation, some took it as a possible subtle message to her father, especially given his tumultuous legal circumstances. One user on X, formerly known as Twitter, shared a screenshot of the quote, calling it “wise words.”
This isn’t the first time Ivanka has shared potentially cryptic content. Just a few days earlier, on May 7, she posted a video clip of Tom Waits reading Charles Bukowski’s “The Laughing Heart.” This, too, sparked speculation that it could be about her father. Additionally, on the same day, Stormy Daniels testified in the hush money case against Donald Trump, during which she claimed that he once compared her to Ivanka, telling Daniels, “You remind me of my daughter,” as reported by NBC News.
Ivanka Trump has been maintaining a lower profile since Donald Trump left office, but her name has resurfaced in the media due to his ongoing legal battles and associated controversies. The cryptic posts have added to the intrigue surrounding her relationship with her father, especially during a time when his legal troubles are intensifying and drawing significant public attention.
