Trump's business interests soar, sparking debate on power & claims of hijacking US anniversary

Donald Trump's business interests have seen a significant surge, with his reported income exceeding $2.2 billion in 2025, primarily driven by lucrative cryptocurrency ventures. These substantial earnings, including over $1.4 billion from crypto projects like World Liberty Financial and "meme coins," have ignited a debate among ethics experts and lawmakers regarding potential conflicts of interest, given his administration's influence over digital asset regulations. Critics also point to revenue from real estate, golf courses, and branded merchandise.

Concurrently, critics accuse Trump of leveraging the United States' 250th-anniversary celebrations for personal and political gain, with a congressional report alleging a "hostile takeover" of the commemorations. The administration reportedly favored "Freedom 250," an organization criticized for diverting funds from the official "America250" commission and organizing partisan events, including a UFC match at the White House and campaign-style rallies. Concerns have also been raised about alleged corruption, wire fraud, and the use of anniversary events to collect voter data.