The Briefing with Jen Psaki 'Not on the level': Trump makes sketchy business of second term
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Dec 25, 2025 
Liz Oyer, a former U.S. pardon attorney, shares insights on how Trump's pardons appear to serve his financial interests and those of his allies. She highlights specific cases, like the pardons benefiting Trevor Milton and Binance, stressing the potential risks to public safety. Adam Schiff discusses the implications of foreign gifts, particularly a $400 million Qatari jet scandal, and the impact of recent Supreme Court rulings on Trump's behavior. Together, they emphasize the urgent need for political accountability and transparency.
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Pattern Of Favorable Treatment After Donations
- The podcast identifies a pattern where corporations and individuals who financially supported Trump received favorable regulatory or enforcement outcomes.
- Journalistic analyses suggest many SEC crypto cases dismissed involved parties with financial ties to Trump.
Justin Sun Investment And SEC Pause
- Justin Sun invested $75 million in the Trump family crypto firm then the SEC paused its fraud case against him shortly after Trump took office.
- The timeline raised concerns about possible influence despite no direct evidence of quid pro quo.
Second Term Enrichment Scale
- Trump's second term has produced massive personal financial gains, with Forbes estimating a $3 billion net worth increase in a year.
- The administration's actions appear to create revenue streams for the Trump family via real estate, crypto, and pardons.