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Trump defends millions of transactions with crypto

The article reports on U.S. President Donald Trump defending his family's lucrative cryptocurrency-related business activities and denying conflicts of interest with his presidential duties. During an interview with CNBC's Joe Kernen at the White House, Trump stated that his family's crypto transactions are legal and not prohibited. His 2025 tax filing revealed over $1 billion in income solely from cryptocurrency dealings. Trump claimed he has no knowledge of these investments, stating that his children, particularly son Eric, manage his financial affairs. He acknowledged that his children face challenges due to his presidency, noting that nearly any action they take could be viewed as a conflict of interest. Trump advised his children to exercise caution but emphasized their right to live their lives and pursue business ventures prior to his political career.

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ORF News logoORF NewsState / PublicRight16 hr. ago
Trump defends millions of transactions with crypto

The article reports on U.S. President Donald Trump defending his family's lucrative cryptocurrency-related business activities and denying conflicts of interest with his presidential duties. During an interview with CNBC's Joe Kernen at the White House, Trump stated that his family's crypto transactions are legal and not prohibited. His 2025 tax filing revealed over $1 billion in income solely from cryptocurrency dealings. Trump claimed he has no knowledge of these investments, stating that his children, particularly son Eric, manage his financial affairs. He acknowledged that his children face challenges due to his presidency, noting that nearly any action they take could be viewed as a conflict of interest. Trump advised his children to exercise caution but emphasized their right to live their lives and pursue business ventures prior to his political career.

Bias read (Right): The article frames Trump's defense of his family's cryptocurrency dealings in a manner consistent with right-leaning perspectives. It emphasizes his denial of conflicts of interest and portrays his stance as legally justified, while downplaying potential ethical concerns. The narrative highlights特朗普

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