Lara Trump, wife of Eric Trump, has publicly dismissed a bizarre conspiracy theory suggesting that her brother-in-law, Barron Trump, is a time traveller. The theory, which has circulated online, draws parallels between the youngest Trump son and a character from a 19th-century children's book titled Baron Trump's Marvellous Underground Journey by Ingersoll Lockwood. The book features a boy named Baron Trump who embarks on an underground adventure, leading some to speculate about a supernatural link to the modern-day Barron.
On her podcast, Lara Trump addressed the theory directly, stating, 'Barron Trump is not a time traveller. Sorry to say it.' She added, 'Name me one time traveller … It doesn’t exist … I’ve known Barron for 18 years, OK, he’s not a time traveller.' Her comments have been widely reported, though critics note the absurdity of needing to debunk such a claim.
The conspiracy theory has resurfaced amid a backdrop of other unfounded claims, including one about a coordinated plot behind the deaths of US scientists linked to nuclear research. Donald Trump and some allies have hinted at a sinister connection, though investigations have found no evidence. Observers suggest these distractions serve to divert attention from issues such as the war on Iran, rising living costs, and the Epstein files, which have implicated figures close to the president.
Lara Trump, a former co-chair of the Republican National Committee and Fox News contributor, also writes children's books. She described the time travel theory as 'very far-fetched,' but critics point out that the Trump family has historically encouraged conspiratorial thinking, notably with the 'birther' movement against Barack Obama.
