Trump Crypto Empire Raises Major Constitutional Conflict of Interest Concerns

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Trump Media and Technology Group announced significant cryptocurrency partnerships that could generate hundreds of millions in foreign-backed revenue, potentially violating the Emoluments Clause. The venture involves state-backed Emirati investment firm MGX, crypto exchange Binance, and World Liberty Financial, where Trump is set to receive approximately 75 percent of proceeds.

Sources & Citations

[1] PBS News: Trump's Cryptocurrency Conflicts of Interest · Jul 15, 2023 Tier 1

[2] Senate Banking Committee: Crypto Deal Conflict of Interest Report · Jul 20, 2023 Tier 1

[3] Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations: Trump Crypto Inquiry · Aug 1, 2023 Tier 1

[4] ABC News: Trump Family Crypto Empire Expansion · Jul 10, 2023 Tier 1

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The Cascade Ledger. “Trump Crypto Empire Raises Major Constitutional Conflict of Interest Concerns.” The Capture Cascade Timeline, July 1, 2023. https://capturecascade.org/event/2023-07-01--trump-crypto-business-conflicts/