Here’s a closer look at how the Trump family operates.
Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of President Donald J. Trump, has set off a major travel debate with a time-saving secret that’s changing the way Americans think about airport travel.
During an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, the My View with Lara Trump host revealed her no-nonsense “no-wait-at-the-gate” method — a bold approach to flying that prioritizes family, freedom, and efficiency over wasted time in crowded airports.
“My plan is to reach the gate exactly when my boarding group is being called,” Lara said. “If I ever find myself sitting around in the airport, I know I’ve already failed my mission.”
The Trump Approach to Beating Airport Chaos
Lara Trump said she first developed her “get-in-and-go” strategy during campaign season, when time was precious and every minute counted.
“When you’re trying to spend more time with your kids or fit a full day’s work into a travel schedule, you learn to cut back the waste,” she said. “I want to walk through security, board the plane, and take off — no sitting around, no waiting.”
While the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) still advises travelers to arrive two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international ones, Lara’s travel routine flips that script entirely.
And she’s not alone — millions of Americans are tired of wasting time in airports run by red tape and inefficiency.
How Lara Trump Outsmarts Airport Delays
To stay one step ahead, Lara uses airline apps to track every flight update in real time. She also checks her flight number on Google for critical details — including where her plane is coming from, whether it’s running late, and how often it’s delayed.
“You can tell a lot before you even leave your house,” she said. “Sometimes it lets you spend an extra hour at home with your family instead of sitting at the gate doing nothing.”
A 2024 study by Upgraded Points found that passengers lose an average of 29 minutes per flight — with 12 minutes from delays and 17 minutes just waiting on the runway. No wonder so many travelers are taking a page out of Lara Trump’s playbook.
Secret Service Struggles to Keep Up
Lara joked that her lightning-fast pace even challenges her Secret Service detail.
“They have to keep up with me everywhere I go,” she laughed. “But they get plenty of steps in!”
Still, not everyone can handle her high-speed method — even her husband, Eric Trump.
“Sometimes we disagree on what time to leave,” she admitted. “But when I’m traveling solo, I stick to my plan. I’d rather spend time at home than in a terminal.”
Americans React: “She’s Absolutely Right”
Lara’s video sparked thousands of comments from frequent flyers who shared their opinions:
“I like to get there as my group is called — walk on and buckle up,” one traveler said. “I’m tired of arriving 90 minutes early,” another added. “I’m trying this next time!”
Others admitted they still prefer to arrive two or even four hours early. But the growing number of travelers following Lara’s lead shows a major shift toward smarter, faster, more independent travel.
TSA Changes and the Return of Common Sense
In July, TSA ended the outdated “shoe-off” rule for all airports nationwide — a move Lara calls “long overdue.”
“Going through security is tough, especially with long lines,” she said. “But it’s getting better.”
Even so, she’s no fan of the new robotic bin systems in major airports like Atlanta and LaGuardia.
“Those automated bins slow everything down,” Lara noted. “I’d rather have human beings doing it. Robots just take longer.”
The Bottom Line: A Trump Travel Philosophy
Lara Trump’s travel trick isn’t just about speed — it’s about priorities. Spend more time with your family, waste less time in line, and take back control of your schedule.
For millions of Americans who believe in personal responsibility and efficiency — not bureaucratic delay — Lara’s “no-wait-at-the-gate” method might just be the conservative travel hack of the year.
