Eric Trump-Exclusive Interview on his new book Under Siege

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Oct 17, 2025

Eric Trump, businessman and son of former President Donald Trump, discusses his book *Under Siege*, portraying it as a revelation of government corruption. He argues that the DOJ and FBI are weaponizing their power against his family, detailing his experiences with over 100 subpoenas and the infamous FBI raid at Mar-a-Lago. Eric shares that Trump's businesses faced financial retaliation from banks and outlines the staggering legal costs of $400 million. He reflects on his father's strength and discipline, offering unique insights into the Trump family dynamics.

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INSIGHT

Claim Of Nationwide Governmental Corruption

Eric Trump frames investigations as “the greatest governmental corruption this nation has ever seen.”
He argues the legal actions were politically motivated and aimed at silencing conservatives.

ANECDOTE

Inside The Mar‑a‑Lago Raid

Eric describes the Mar-a-Lago raid: a sudden morning call that 30 FBI agents were outside with a search warrant.
He says agents searched family rooms and seized privileged and medical documents.

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Mass Account Closures Hurt Operations

Eric says hundreds of Trump Organization bank accounts were closed suddenly, disrupting payroll and operations.
He names Capital One, JP Morgan, Bank of America and First Republic among those that cut ties.

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The Book and Its Premise (Order Eric's new Book HERE!)
- Under Siege is presented as Eric Trump’s account of what is “the greatest governmental corruption this nation has ever seen.”
- Trump and is family were victims of political persecution, media bias, and systemic weaponization of institutions.
Claims of Government “Weaponization”
- Eric Trump accuses the DOJ, FBI, and state-level prosecutors (Letitia James, Alvin Bragg, Jack Smith, etc.) of targeting his family for political reasons.
- He recounts the FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago as an overreach and describes it as “staged” and politically motivated.
- Mentions being “the most subpoenaed man in history,” claiming to have received over 100 subpoenas.
Debanking and Corporate Retaliation
- Eric Trump says that hundreds of bank accounts belonging to Trump businesses and affiliates were closed due to political pressure.
- Specific banks named: Capital One, JP Morgan, Bank of America, First Republic.
- He frames this as an example of private-sector “weaponization” against conservatives.
Financial and Legal Struggles
- The family spent around $400 million defending themselves from investigations and lawsuits.
- Describes how banks, courts, and insurance companies were allegedly pressured to avoid doing business with the Trump Organization.
Personal Reflections and Family Dynamics
- Speaks warmly of his father as a calm, strong leader under pressure and a strict but loving parent.
- Emphasizes a childhood of discipline, work ethic, and learning through labor rather than wealth.
- Contrasts the Trump family’s “moral integrity” with Hunter Biden’s alleged misconduct.
Political and Cultural Commentary
- Denounces DEI initiatives, “wokeness,” and progressive policies as threats to American values.
- Frames the Trump family’s experience as symbolic of a broader national struggle between conservatives and “corrupt elites.”
- Presents cryptocurrency as a form of financial freedom against institutional control.

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