Patriotic Trump Jr.-backed firm sees assets soar, rolls out real estate fund

Fund Performance and Strategy - The 1789 Capital Growth Equity Fund has experienced significant growth, with assets increasing from $200 million to $2 billion by December 31, 2025, and is now closed to new investors [1] - The firm has launched a new 1789 Real Estate fund, which has raised $1 billion in a few months, targeting migration from high-tax states to Southern Florida [2] Investment Focus - The fund aims to capitalize on the demand for commercial space, housing, hospitals, and schools due to population shifts from states like New York to Florida [2] - Notable investments include Elon Musk's SpaceX, which may go public this year with a potential valuation of $1 trillion, and AI company Groq, which partnered with Nvidia in a deal valued at approximately $20 billion [3] Defense Technology Investments - The fund holds a position in Anduril, a defense tech company founded by Palmer Luckey, which is set to begin large-scale manufacturing of an autonomous fighter jet for the U.S. Air Force [5][6] - The YFQ-44 is described as an autonomous "loyal wingman" that operates alongside manned pilots, enhancing operational capabilities [6] Other Notable Investments - The fund has invested in GrabAGun, an online gun retailer, which has seen a significant stock price increase of 15.34% recently [8] - Trump Jr. has indicated that the investment in GrabAGun represents a "catalyst for change" amid a cultural shift regarding Second Amendment rights [9]