WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s latest financial disclosure reveals a sprawling business empire generating millions from unexpected ventures – including a $57.3 million payday from cryptocurrency, alongside lucrative deals for sneakers, bibles, and luxury properties worldwide.
The 234-page disclosure, filed June 13, offers a rare look at Trump’s 2024 finances, showcasing both his money-making prowess and mounting legal liabilities. The standout performer was World Liberty Financial, a crypto platform launched last year that raked in $57.3 million. Notably absent was his viral $TRUMP meme coin, which debuted this year but wasn’t included in the filing.
Crypto, Steak Dinners, and Ethics Questions
Trump’s embrace of digital currency took center stage last month when he hosted a private dinner at Mar-a-Lago for 220 top investors in his $TRUMP meme coin – a reward for their high-volume purchases. The move raised eyebrows among ethics watchdogs, who questioned whether the event blurred lines between political influence and financial incentives.
The Trump Brand: From Bibles to Sneakers
Beyond crypto, Trump’s financial disclosure reads like a catalog of unconventional ventures:
- $3 million for the coffee table book “Save America”
- $2.5 million from Trump-branded sneakers and fragrances
- $1.3 million for The Greenwood Bible
- $1 million+ for the “45” Guitar (a reference to his presidential number)
His real estate holdings remained cash cows, with Mar-a-Lago generating over $50 million, while a Dubai licensing deal added another $15 million.
Legal Liabilities Loom Large
The filing also laid bare Trump’s financial burdens, including over $50 million owed to E. Jean Carroll, the writer who won a defamation and sexual abuse lawsuit against him. Other legal expenses, though not fully itemized, hint at the toll of his ongoing courtroom battles.
A Business Empire in Overdrive
The disclosure underscores Trump’s ability to monetize his brand like no other politician. Whether through meme coins, high-end bibles, or luxury resorts, his ventures tap into a devoted base willing to buy into the “Trump” name – even as legal storms gather.
As the 2024 election cycle heats up, one thing is clear: Trump’s financial playbook remains as unorthodox as his political career.
