Trump defends family's $1.4B crypto earnings amid conflict-of-interest concerns

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President Donald Trump disclosed at least $1.4 billion in cryptocurrency-related income for 2025. Speaking to CNBC, Trump maintained he acted within the law and claimed limited awareness of the full scope of his crypto holdings. The disclosure has drawn criticism from those who argue he is personally profiting from the crypto sector while his administration simultaneously shapes its regulatory framework. Critics contend this creates a significant conflict of interest, given the White House's active role in drafting crypto industry rules.

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