Trump’s massive corruption, Part Deux: So much more bigly this time!

During Donald Trump’s first term, there was frustration over the media and congressional Democrats’ failure to address the blatant corruption happening in front of them. Despite some investigations and legal actions, nothing was done to hold Trump accountable for his conflicts of interest. The president and vice president were not bound by conflict of interest laws, allowing Trump to profit from his position. Various lawsuits were filed against Trump for violating the emoluments clause, but the cases were dismissed by the time they reached the Supreme Court. Trump’s family continued to engage in lucrative deals, with Jared Kushner securing a $2 billion deal with Saudi Arabia and Trump himself reportedly gaining $2.4 billion during his presidency.

The Trump family’s involvement in politics has grown significantly, with ventures in the Middle East and cryptocurrency. Trump’s sons are actively engaging in crypto deals, including the creation of a presidential memecoin called $TRUMP. They have also been pursuing real estate projects in the Middle East, partnering with entities linked to the Saudi royal family. Additionally, Trump’s crypto company, World Liberty Financial, aims to establish a stablecoin as a legitimate financial instrument.

The Trump administration has relaxed regulations on the crypto industry, benefiting companies like World Liberty Financial. Despite some setbacks, the Trump family persists in their crypto endeavors. They have opened a private club in D.C. for Trump supporters, offering exclusive access for a steep membership fee. The line between the government and the Trump family’s business interests has become increasingly blurred, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest. Foreign governments are reportedly under pressure to purchase Elon Musk’s Starlink system if they want trade tariffs lifted, hinting at a pattern of pay-to-play practices.

In this new era of Trump’s political dealings, transparency is lacking, and financial transactions seem to dictate relationships with the United States. The Trump family and their associates appear to prioritize personal gain over public service, signaling a shift in the way business is conducted in the political landscape.