BBC News Tiếng Việt
·Jul 2026
From Truman’s pension to Trump’s billions – the unmatched financial gain from the White House
Donald Trump earned an unprecedented 2.2 billion USD during his first year back in office, largely through cryptocurrency ventures, raising concerns among historians and ethics experts about conflicts of interest. Financial disclosures show major income from Celebration Coins and World Liberty Financial, companies tied to Trump’s sons and associates. Critics argue his business gains blur the line between public policy and private profit, diverging sharply from precedents set by earlier presidents who avoided financial entanglements. Additional actions, including support for stablecoin legislation and a pardon for Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, further intensified scrutiny. The White House denies any conflicts, asserting decisions serve the public interest.