President Donald Trump’s second term has been marked by numerous business ventures that have raised questions about potential conflicts of interest. These activities include lawsuits against his own government, stock trades, and involvement in the cryptocurrency sector.
Lawsuits and Government Deals
One of the notable controversies involves a $1.8 billion fund proposed by Trump to settle a lawsuit he filed against the government. This fund was intended to compensate individuals, including Trump supporters involved in the January 6 protests, who felt targeted by past administrations. After facing backlash, the Justice Department has temporarily blocked the fund.
Additionally, the Trump Organization has been linked to government contracts, such as the Air Force’s purchase of interceptor drones from Powerus, a company connected to Trump’s family. Furthermore, a Pentagon loan to Vulcan Elements, a startup associated with Donald Trump Jr., has also drawn scrutiny.
Financial Market Activities
Trump’s stock trading activities have been unprecedented for a sitting president. In the first quarter of 2026 alone, he made over 3,600 stock trades, many of which involved technology companies that later benefited from his administration’s policies. Similar patterns were observed in his bond purchases, which coincided with his calls for lower interest rates.
Crypto Ventures and Merchandise
The Trump family has profited significantly from the cryptocurrency sector, particularly through the $TRUMP meme coin and World Liberty Financial, a crypto firm co-founded by Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff. The firm received a boost from an investment by the United Arab Emirates.
Beyond digital ventures, Trump’s name has been licensed for various products, including Bibles and colognes, which have been promoted during official events.
Events at Trump Properties
Trump’s properties have hosted numerous political events, including GOP fundraisers and the upcoming G20 summit at his Doral estate. Despite assurances of billing attendees at cost, these events have raised concerns about self-dealing.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
