Trumps Launch American Bitcoin Crypto Mining Venture

President Donald Trump and his family are deeply involved in the cryptocurrency industry, raising new ethical and conflict-of-interest concerns. Eric Trump has partnered with crypto firm Hut 8 to launch American Bitcoin, a bitcoin mining company that he says benefits from the administration's favorable energy policies. The Trump family’s crypto ventures also include a meme coin and World Liberty Financial, and the president has ended SEC enforcement against crypto companies while pledging to support crypto-friendly legislation. Trump Media & Technology Group has filed for an ETF focused on Bitcoin and Ether, expanding the president’s digital asset ventures. Critics highlight the potential for financial gain where Trump’s policy decisions overlap with his crypto interests, despite the White House’s claim of separation. Additionally, geopolitical analyst Brahma Chellaney has criticized Trump for promoting his personal cryptocurrency ties while deepening military and financial links with Pakistan, including investments related to the Trump family’s crypto firm World Liberty Financial.