Staff Reports
In a bold move that seems to defy the typical swampy standards of Washington, the Trump Organization reiterated that President-elect Donald Trump intends to place his business investments into a trust overseen by his children while he takes on the monumental task of leading the nation. This announcement, highlighted in a newly released five-page ‘ethics plan’, aims to put the ethics watchdogs at ease, proving that Trump isn’t just another politician swamped in self-interest.
The Trump Organization made it clear that while Trump is steering the ship in the Oval Office—accompanied by his legendary tweetstorm and bombastic rallies—he will maintain limited involvement with the business empire he built. As amusing as it sounds, this means he will only receive general updates and be blissfully cut off from the nitty-gritty business decisions. Perhaps being president and a tycoon is a juggling act many in D.C. can’t fathom; they might think that business acumen is irrelevant when it comes to running the country.
One of the more curious parts of this ethics plan is the organization’s commitment to avoid new material transactions with foreign governments—except, of course, for those routine transactions that somehow slip under the radar. It’s an assurance, albeit vague, that has many raising an eyebrow. The plan skirts answering whether dealings with foreign private entities will continue, perhaps signifying a cautious approach toward foreign influence, unlike the scandals often unearthed among typical politicians.
To add a cherry on top for those worried about foreign entities lining Trump’s pockets, the organization is set to donate all profits from foreign governments using its services to the U.S. Treasury Department. This practice, which Trump upheld in 2016, might just be a serious attempt to prevent even the hint of favoritism. It’s a classic case of turning the ethical boat in contrast to the docked vessels of the political elite who seem to treat every deal like a potential backroom bribe.
Trump to place investments in a trust during presidency, have limited involvement with organization https://t.co/JWN36MXD3x
— John Solomon (@jsolomonReports) January 11, 2025
Moreover, the Trump offspring, Eric and Donald Trump Jr., are leading the company as executive vice presidents, ensuring that the family’s business principles remain intact even while Dad is busy tackling deep state shenanigans. This family approach could be a refreshing change in an era where political dynasties have often led to a cocktail of nepotism and corruption.
In the grand theater of American politics, where the stakes are high and the drama is constant, the Trump Organization’s latest move is just another example of playing the game against the establishment. With the incoming administration’s focus poised on adhering to ethical standards while navigating the murky waters of business and politics, it remains to be seen whether these strategies will quell the constant churn of accusations against the Trump family or if they will merely serve as fodder for the faux outrage that mainstream media thrives on. The next chapter in this saga will inevitably be one filled with scrutiny, not because of Trump’s ethical boundaries, but rather because the swamp can’t stand the thought of someone draining it.
