Quiet But Meaningful Policy

I recently met someone whose parents lived in one of the buildings owned by Fred Trump in New York. He told me that Fred had a quiet but meaningful policy when it came to Holocaust survivors who arrived in the United States as refugees. He did not charge them rent. They were…

— Awesome Jew (@Awesome_Jew_) June 29, 2025

… allowed to live in his buildings rent free until they found jobs and could support themselves. It was not something he publicized, but it made a lasting difference in the lives of many families. That kind of quiet generosity spoke volumes and clearly shaped the home Donald Trump was raised in. It definitely contributed to Trump’s deep appreciation and love for the Jewish people, which can still be seen today.