Trump Says His Kids Run the Money, No Legal Problems

Donald Trump told CNBC that he has no idea about his own business deals because his children handle all the money.
He said that this is fine and nothing illegal.

• First year back as president: earned over $2 billion.
• 2025 crypto projects: about $1.4 billion, yet Trump claims he didn’t know anything about them.

The interview followed CNBC’s discussion of a law that stops government workers from profiting personally—an exemption that does not cover the president or vice presidents. Unlike past leaders, Trump didn’t move his assets into a blind trust, raising questions about potential benefits from the presidency.

When asked about future investigations:
“I don’t do anything with my business. Eric and the other kids manage my portfolio, and I don’t discuss money with them.”

Trump reiterated that his role as president is driven by a “bigger purpose” beyond profits. He urged Americans to get involved with cryptocurrency, asserting that the United States should lead the industry or risk losing control to other countries.

He expressed a mix of concern and frustration about his children’s investments, warning them against “too many business ventures” while acknowledging they have their own lives. Overall, Trump’s comments highlight the tension between his business background and his role as a public official—he insists there is no conflict, but critics remain uneasy over the evidence of large earnings while in office.