Since Donald Trump's re-election, his family's global business activities have expanded significantly, including the development of new golf courses and skyscrapers. This has prompted scrutiny regarding the potential conflicts between personal profit and presidential responsibilities. Critics, such as Kristofer Harrison from the Dekleptocracy Project, have accused the Trump family of creating a 'pay to play' system that could be exploited by foreign entities, especially authoritarian governments.

Despite the White House's denials of any conflicts of interest, the timing of the Trumps' business interests often aligns with key political decisions, including military commitments and trade agreements. For example, Trump's business dealings in the Gulf region have intensified, with projects in Saudi Arabia and Qatar coinciding with military sales and troop deployments.

In Serbia, the construction of Trump Tower has drawn criticism, particularly after state security intervened in cultural heritage issues to support the project. The Serbian government, led by President Aleksandar Vučić, has faced allegations of prioritizing the Trump family's business interests amid rising domestic protests against corruption.

In Vietnam, Eric Trump marked the groundbreaking of a $1.5 billion golf resort, which received expedited governmental approval, raising concerns about possible political favoritism in exchange for business benefits. Local farmers affected by the project reported insufficient compensation, underscoring the social ramifications of such developments.

The Trump family's financial success has also been significantly enhanced by cryptocurrency ventures, with substantial profits reported in this sector. The establishment of World Liberty Financial, which aims to position the U.S. as a leader in cryptocurrency, has attracted attention due to its connections to international financial dealings and the potential for regulatory leniency.

In addition to these business ventures, President Trump's golf activities have reportedly cost U.S. taxpayers approximately $71 million since he resumed office in January 2025, with projections indicating this could exceed $300 million by the end of his second term. This figure is nearly double the $151.5 million spent on similar activities during his first term from 2017 to 2021. The analysis, based on a Government Accountability Office report, highlights the significant public funds allocated to Trump's leisure activities, raising questions about the appropriateness of such expenditures, especially in light of pressing social issues like food assistance cuts affecting millions of Americans.

Overall, the convergence of the Trump family's business pursuits with state interests raises critical questions about governance, ethics, and the potential normalization of corruption in international relations.