“We have been made aware of a statement made by the NYU chapter President that does not align with the values and principles upheld by our organisation.”

While accusing Vanity Fair of “unfairly framing what was said,” the CRA also acknowledged: “Upon review, we still found it to be inappropriate. The NYU chapter President submitted her resignation last night.”

The statement, which was posted to X on February 17, continued: “CRA broke with 100 years of precedent when we endorsed President Trump, being the first national College Republican organisation to endorse a candidate before the beginning of the primary season.

“CRA proceeded to make more than one million voter contacts throughout the primary and general elections, sending hundreds of our students wherever the Trump campaign needed them.

“Our support for President Trump is, and has been, a pillar of our organisation.”

The statement also included an invitation from CRA President Will Donahue for Barron Trump to join the organisation.

“Barron Trump represents the future of the conservative movement, and we would be honoured to have him join College Republicans of America,” Donahue said.

“Strong leadership is built on resilience, courage, and the humility to rise above petty hostility – qualities that Barron has already demonstrated. We invite Barron to join us in shaping the future of our party.”

Besides Barron, whom he shares with Melania, Donald Trump has four other children from previous marriages: Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric Trump with Ivana Trump, as well as Tiffany Trump with Marla Maples.