Arabic version: ترامب يعلن عن أرباح غير مسبوقة بقيمة 2.2 مليار دولار في عامه الأول بالعودة إلى المنصب

Donald Trump has reported earning at least $2.2 billion in his first year back in office, a figure that historians describe as unprecedented for a U.S. president. According to BBC News, this amount significantly contrasts with past presidents who typically avoided financial conflicts of interest while in office.

The financial disclosure report reveals that Trump made $1.4 billion from the cryptocurrency industry alone. This includes $635 million in royalties from Celebration Coins, the entity associated with the $TRUMP meme coin he launched just before starting his second term. Additionally, Trump reported over $500 million from World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency firm founded by his sons.

Trump’s reported income for 2025 is nearly four times higher than the $622 million he disclosed for 2024, the year before he returned to office. The White House has denied any conflicts of interest, asserting that all actions taken by Trump and his administration are in the best interest of the American people.

Historically, past presidents have faced scrutiny for financial dealings, but none have profited to the extent Trump has while in office. Critics argue that his financial success during this time raises ethical concerns, especially as he has made decisions that appear to benefit his business interests.

Trump has stated that he does not involve himself in his family’s business dealings, attributing his wealth to stock market gains. However, ethics watchdogs have expressed alarm over the implications of a sitting president earning substantial income from ventures that could be perceived as conflicts of interest.