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From Truman's pension to Trump's billions - a White House windfall unmatched by any president

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cryptocurrency *World Liberty Financial CIC Digital LLC crypto US Office of Government Ethics

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Jul 2 Morning

1 articles|1 sources
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BBC News - WorldYesterday

From Truman's pension to Trump's billions - a White House windfall unmatched by any president

Donald Trump's reported income of at least $2.2 billion in his first year back in office is unprecedented for a US president, according to historians. This figure dwarfs the modest pension of Harry Truman and contrasts with presidents like George W. Bush who used blind trusts to avoid conflicts of interest. Trump's earnings, particularly $1.4 billion from the cryptocurrency industry, including royalties from a meme coin and a business founded by his sons, have raised concerns about blurring lines between official policy and private business. While the White House denies conflicts of interest, historians note that Trump's substantial personal enrichment while in office is ethically questionable, even if not illegal, and unlike previous presidents who largely avoided profiting directly from the presidency.

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Trump made $1.4bn in the cryptocurrency industry alone, including $635m from Celebration Coins and over $500m from World Liberty Financial.

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Donald Trump made at least $2.2bn in his first year back in office, a sum historians said was unprecedented.

— Article/Historians

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Harry Truman left the White House with only his Army pension of $113 per month.

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The White House denies that Trump and his family have engaged in conflicts of interest or profited from the presidency.

— White House deputy press secretary Anna Kelly

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Past presidential administrations saw scandals like Teapot Dome, but presidents were not directly involved in personal enrichment.

— Historians

Jul 1 Evening

5 articles|3 sources
donald trumpfinancial disclosuresfinancial disclosureincomememe coins
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The Guardian - World NewsYesterday

Trump accused of ‘disgusting’ crypto greed after earning over $1bn since return to office

Financial disclosures reveal that Donald Trump's family cryptocurrency ventures generated over $1 billion in his first year back in office. This has led to accusations of "brazen crypto corruption" from figures like Senator Elizabeth Warren, who is advocating for legislation to prevent political figures and their families from profiting from the crypto industry. Other politicians, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, have criticized Trump's financial gains, contrasting them with the struggles of average Americans. These disclosures follow previous controversies regarding the Trump family's crypto dealings, including a joint venture that received significant investment from associates of an Abu Dhabi royal. Trump himself has dismissed the scrutiny, stating he made substantial money prior to his presidency.

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Associated Press (AP)Yesterday

Crypto, real estate, watches: How Trump made over $1 billion last year

Donald Trump's latest financial disclosure report reveals he earned approximately $1.2 billion last year, primarily from crypto holdings, significantly exceeding his real estate income. This rapid crypto wealth accumulation occurred within a year, aided by his pro-industry policies and connections. The report also details tens of millions earned from new foreign property deals and lawsuits against media companies. Additionally, Trump generated millions from licensing his name on products like Bibles, guitars, and watches. A significant portion of his crypto earnings came from "governance tokens" and "meme" coins, though their value has since declined. The report also highlights substantial income from Trump's Mar-a-Lago club and other international properties.

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Al JazeeraYesterday

Trump made $1.4B from crypto ventures in first year back in office

According to his 2025 financial disclosure, Donald Trump generated over $1.4 billion in income from cryptocurrency ventures during his first year back in office. This significant financial gain is detailed in the recently released disclosure documents. The article does not provide further details on the specific nature of these crypto ventures or the timing of their initiation beyond the first year back in office. The disclosure serves as the primary source for this reported income.

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The Guardian - World NewsYesterday

Crypto and stock stakes: key takeaways from Trump’s financial disclosures

Newly released financial disclosures reveal Donald Trump's ventures generated over $2 billion last year, with more than $1 billion stemming from cryptocurrency projects. This income was significantly boosted by sales of souvenir coins featuring his likeness, despite their value later plummeting. The disclosures also show Trump has been actively buying stocks in various companies while in office and maintains a global network of business interests, including hotels and real estate. Notably, his crypto business received a substantial payment from a state-linked firm in the United Arab Emirates shortly before he returned to the presidency. The filings also indicate Trump receives pension withdrawals from acting unions.

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Donald Trump's family cryptocurrency ventures generated over $1 billion in his first year back in office.

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Elizabeth Warren stated that Congress needs to prevent officials and their families from profiting off the crypto industry.

— Elizabeth Warren

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Juliana Stratton said Trump's 'infinite greed is disgusting' and that he uses the presidency to make billions while Americans struggle.

— Juliana Stratton

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World Liberty Financial generated over $500 million from 'governance tokens', and CIC Digital LLC took in over $600 million from Trump-branded meme coins.

— financial disclosures

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Gavin Newsom noted that many investors lost money while Trump got richer, with his crypto supporters being 'rug-pulled'.

— Gavin Newsom

Jul 1 Morning

4 articles|4 sources
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BBC News - WorldYesterday

Trump made more than $1bn from crypto in first year back in office

President Trump's financial disclosure for his first year back in office reveals significant earnings from various ventures, notably over $1 billion from cryptocurrency. This crypto income surpasses his earnings from real estate, which previously defined his public image. His real estate holdings generated millions, including approximately $77 million from Mar-a-Lago and $122 million from his Doral golf club. Additional income streams included royalties from Trump-branded watches, Bibles, trainers, fragrances, and guitars. First Lady Melania Trump also reported $10.7 million from a license agreement related to a documentary about her. A spokesperson stated that all actions by President Trump and his administration are taken in the best interest of the American people.

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The Guardian - World NewsYesterday

Trump raked in more than $1bn from crypto businesses in 2025, filing shows

A federal filing released Monday shows Donald Trump earned over $1 billion from his crypto businesses in 2025, significantly boosting his annual income. These ventures, including World Liberty Financial and CIC Digital LLC, generated substantial revenue from new crypto products and "meme" coins featuring Trump's face. This crypto income supplements profits from legal settlements, real estate, and royalty deals. The article notes that many of these crypto startups have now surpassed the revenue of Trump's long-established property portfolio. A White House spokesperson stated that Trump made the U.S. the "crypto capital of the world" through executive actions and supportive policies. The report also details earnings from Trump-branded items and international property deals.

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South China Morning Post2d ago

Trump reports more than US$1.4 billion in income from crypto ventures

According to a review of his latest financial disclosures for 2025, Donald Trump reported over $1.4 billion in income from his family's cryptocurrency ventures last year. This income primarily stems from digital assets that have reportedly benefited from his policies. Specifically, he received more than $500 million from World Liberty Financial, a crypto venture co-founded with his sons, and $635 million from the sale of $TRUMP meme coins. The disclosures also reveal over $80 million from settlements with media companies and licensing income from his name. These new ventures have surpassed much of his property portfolio in revenue, reportedly fueled by investors and Trump's actions to reduce federal scrutiny on the crypto industry.

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Al Jazeera2d ago

Donald Trump reports $1.4bn in cryptocurrency income in government filing

A recent government filing from the US Office of Government Ethics reveals that Donald Trump reported over $1.4 billion in income from cryptocurrency ventures in 2025. This income includes more than $500 million from World Liberty Financial, a crypto venture he co-founded, and $635 million from the sale of his $TRUMP meme coins. The report indicates that digital assets have become a significant source of income for Trump, potentially surpassing his real estate holdings. This disclosure comes as Trump has implemented crypto-friendly policies since returning to the White House, aiming to position the US as a global leader in cryptocurrency. These policies include establishing a national strategic cryptocurrency reserve and hosting a White House cryptocurrency summit.

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Donald Trump earned over $1 billion from crypto businesses in 2025.

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Trump's flagship World Liberty Financial business generated over $500 million from selling new crypto products.

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CIC Digital LLC earned over $600 million from sales of 'meme' coins featuring Trump's face.

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White House spokesperson Anna Kelly stated that the President and his family have never engaged in conflicts of interest.

— Anna Kelly

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Trump earned $4.7 million from selling Trump-branded watches.