I rolled my eyes when I got the Nov. 11 news alert that Jack Schlossberg, the 32-year-old grandson of President John F. Kennedy, had announced his campaign to replace Rep. Jerry Nadler, D-New York.

There was a time in 2024 when I was almost fond of Schlossberg. I thought it was kind of fun when Vogue made him a political correspondent during the presidential election (even if it spurred discourse in the media industry). Before things took a turn, he was funny on social media, like when he posted a TikTok of him riding a RipStik and reciting Lord Byron. I also appreciated his serious side; his remarks at the Democratic National Convention were all about the next generation of politics.

But a political career is not forged in silly videos, and I’m not sure Schlossberg has what it takes to run one of the most influential congressional districts in the country. In fact, I’m not sure he has much going for him beyond his family ties.

Unfortunately, that dynastic power may take him further than any of us would like to admit.

There is already a long history of nepo babies and pseudo-celebrities trying to influence American politics. Schlossberg is just another influencer trying to leverage fame for power.

Schlossberg’s résumé is scattered and sparse. He’s got a law degree and and briefly worked at the State Department as a staff assistant, but he’s never held office or done anything of note beyond........

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