Trump is full speed ahead in making money off being the US president | Margaret Sullivan
Some restraint on Trump’s excesses might be accomplished if November’s midterm elections give Democrats more power Donald Trump is essentially unrestrained when it comes to enriching himself during his second term, with no sign of stopping. If anything, he’s ramping things up. The numbers so far are astonishing. He amassed $2.2bn in 2025 revenues, the Guardian and other news outlets have reported…
Donald Trump's administration appears to be reaping unprecedented financial gains during his second term as US president. With no apparent oversight, his net worth has soared to an astonishing $2.2 billion in 2025 alone. Despite widespread criticism, Congress has shown little interest in investigating Trump's financial activities.
Law professor Larry Noble described Trump's second term as potentially the most corrupt administration in US history, while approval ratings have plummeted to a record low of 33%. His mindset of unrelenting self-interest and disregard for boundaries reflects a personal desire to enrich himself and his family. Even though Trump's actions seem to defy legal boundaries, his legal battles continue to face scrutiny from the courts.
As midterm elections approach, there is hope that Democrats could gain control of Congress with a majority in one or both chambers, potentially bringing some restraint to Trump's financial excesses.
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