Americans disgusted at Trump earning $1bn from crypto as president: ‘Obviously a grift’

Hundreds of Guardian readers expressed concerns over greed in the White House and a billionaire president unconcerned with high gas and grocery prices Donald Trump has earned more than $1bn from his crypto businesses since returning to the White House, according to recent financial disclosures. Amid questions of conflict of interest, more than 400 Americans expressed feelings of outrage, disgust and despair at their president. They answered a Guardian call for their views on Trump’s fortune. Continue reading...

Blake Montgomery · Fri, Jul 3, 2026, 9:55 AM
US news | The Guardian

Americans disgusted at Trump earning $1bn from crypto as president: ‘Obviously a grift’

Hundreds of Guardian readers expressed concerns over greed in the White House and a billionaire president unconcerned with high gas and grocery prices

Donald Trump has earned more than $1bn from his crypto businesses since returning to the White House, according to recent financial disclosures.

Amid questions of conflict of interest, more than 400 Americans expressed feelings of outrage, disgust and despair at their president. They answered a Guardian call for their views on Trump’s fortune.

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