Trump’s Business Holdings Pose Unprecedented Conflict‑of‑Interest Risks

President Donald Trump’s business holdings earned more than $2 billion in the last year. Those holdings intersect with government policy areas. The potential conflicts of interest are larger than those of any predecessor. The earnings figure underscores the scale of his private financial interests. The overlap suggests a risk that policy could be shaped by personal profit motives. This situation differs from the traditional expectation that presidents avoid profiting from office. The magnitude of the conflict has drawn attention to presidential ethics. The matter is likely to shape discussions on conflict‑of‑interest safeguards.