According to financial disclosure documents filed on June 13, 2025, former President Donald Trump earned over $57 million in 2024 from World Liberty Financial (WLF), a cryptocurrency venture founded in September and primarily managed by his sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump. The venture has become one of Trump’s largest income sources. His youngest son, Barron Trump, is also involved as the project’s ‘DeFi visionary.’ Trump owns a 75% stake in WLF Holdco LLC through DT Marks Defi LLC.
The WLF platform generated this income mainly through token sales. The platform also launched the $TRUMP token, which gained significant value before Trump’s 2025 inauguration. However, this specific token was not included in the disclosure, as it was released this year. Alongside this, the $MELANIA meme coin was introduced just prior to inauguration day, raising ethical concerns.
The report additionally highlighted other income streams: more than $50 million from Mar-a-Lago, $15 million in Dubai licensing fees, and millions more from books, merchandise, and branded items such as sneakers and Bibles. Trump is also involved in ongoing litigation with liabilities exceeding $50 million, notably linked to E. Jean Carroll’s lawsuits.
Meanwhile, a bill called the GENIUS Act, which would allow banks to issue stablecoins with minimal regulation, is drawing criticism, with concerns it could facilitate political corruption.
Original title: Trump Raked in $57.3 Million From Crypto Venture, Per White House Financial Disclosures
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