Fresh Air President Trump's Conflicts Of Interest
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May 7, 2025 
Eric Lipton, an investigative reporter for The New York Times, delves into the Trump family's business ventures and the conflicts of interest they create. He discusses how the Trump family's cryptocurrency investments could influence regulatory measures and government policy, including the ramifications on foreign relations. Lipton highlights specific cases, like Don Jr.'s dealings abroad and the implications of Trump’s financial ties in the crypto sector, raising ethical concerns surrounding political influence and transparency.
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Stablecoins and Regulation Issues
- Stablecoins are crypto tokens pegged to the dollar to avoid volatility.
- They are highly profitable but pose risks like money laundering without regulation.
Trump as Regulator and Player
- Trump is both the regulator as president and a major player in the crypto stablecoin market.
- This dual role creates an unprecedented conflict of interest in modern U.S. history.
Crypto Regulation Rollbacks Favor Trump
- Trump's SEC appointees rolled back crypto enforcement actions benefiting his business partners.
- He even pardoned an investor connected to his family's crypto partners, deepening conflicts.
