Since resuming the presidency, Donald Trump and his family have engaged in various business activities that closely connect with his political role. A network diagram illustrates the relationships between Trump, his family, government officials, and business entities, highlighting the overlap between personal financial interests and public policy decisions.

This diagram reveals that Trump's family and associates are benefiting from their proximity to power, particularly in sectors regulated by the government, such as cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence (A.I.), real estate, and defense technology. Notably, Trump has shifted the focus of his family's business from real estate to financial ventures, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest.

Trump has become a vocal proponent of cryptocurrency, promoting investments and rolling back regulations established during the Biden administration. His family's crypto ventures, particularly the memecoin $TRUMP, have generated substantial profits, raising ethical questions about a sitting president profiting from a financial sector he oversees.

Additionally, Trump's administration has pursued policies favoring the sale of advanced microchip technology to foreign nations, including the United Arab Emirates, despite national security concerns. These actions have resulted in lucrative deals for Trump and his associates, further blurring the lines between governmental responsibilities and personal financial gain.

The Trump Organization, now managed by his sons, has continued to secure international business deals, including partnerships with foreign governments and firms, reportedly generating millions in profits often involving entities linked to state wealth funds.

The intertwining of Trump's business interests with his political actions raises significant questions about the integrity of U.S. political processes and the implications for equity and social justice in the context of corporate influence on government policy. The administration's blending of political influence and profit-making has prompted discussions about the erosion of established norms in American governance, particularly as Trump has indicated that conflict of interest laws do not apply to him.