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Trump filing shows he took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year
By Bernard Condon, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 30, 2026
· 5 min read
President Donald Trump took in nearly $1.2 billion dollars from his crypto businesses last year, a federal filing released Tuesday shows, locking in profits while his investors were socked with losses.Mere startups when he took the oath of office, the new ventures have now eclipsed in revenue muc...
Key takeaway Trump got more than $500 million from his World Liberty Financial business selling new crypto products, including “governance tokens,” according to the required annual disclosure report with the Office of Government Ethics.
Why this matters in Sugar Land News
The massive growth of President Trump's wealth, including the $1.2 billion from crypto businesses, has implications for the Houston area, particularly in the realm of international trade and business. As a major hub for global commerce, Houston's economy is closely tied to the fortunes of multinational corporations and foreign investors. The fact that Trump's property portfolio has expanded significantly overseas, with tens of millions in fees from new hotel, resort, and condo deals in countries like the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, suggests that his business interests may be influencing his policy decisions. This could have a ripple effect on Houston's own business community, particularly in the energy and trade sectors, which have significant ties to these countries. As the city's business leaders navigate the complexities of international trade, they will be watching closely to see how Trump's business dealings impact the local economy.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump took in nearly $1.2 billion dollars from his crypto businesses last year, a federal filing released Tuesday shows, locking in profits while his investors were socked with losses.Mere startups when he took the oath of office, the new ventures have now eclipsed in revenue muc...
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