How Trump has used the presidency to benefit himself and allies
AP News
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President Donald Trump has found multiple ways to harness the presidency to benefit himself.
His Justice Department agreed to a $1.776 billion fund that could benefit his allies and guard against future IRS audits of Trump, only for the White House to reconsider the fund after outcry from Congress and the courts.
The Air Force purchased drones from a company linked to his son, and Trump traded stocks and bonds while influencing markets with policy actions.
His family profited from crypto ventures, including a meme coin and by securing the backing of a firm linked to the UAE. Trump-branded products and events at his properties also generate revenue.