When Hillary Clinton faced scrutiny over a $100,000 profit, it sparked a scandal. In contrast, the Trump family has monetized the presidency like no other, with $320 million in fees from a cryptocurrency, overseas real estate deals, and exclusive clubs. Despite ethical concerns, the lack of outrage in Washington highlights the normalization of profiting from government office.

Original article source: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/25/us/politics/trump-money-plane-crypto.html
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