economy

Trump Made Over $1 Billion on Crypto Ventures Last Year, Financial Disclosure Shows

Updated on: June 30, 2026 / 9:13 PM EDT / CBS News

Trump Made Over $1 Billion on Crypto Ventures Last Year, Financial Disclosure Shows

TL;DR

  • President Trump earned over $1 billion from crypto-related ventures in the past year.
  • This income includes $635 million in royalties from a company issuing the $TRUMP crypto token.
  • He also reported over $500 million from token sales by World Liberty Financial, a crypto company co-founded by his family.
  • Crypto earnings significantly exceeded income from his real estate businesses.
  • Other reported income includes royalties from 'Trump Watches,' sales of branded merchandise, and book royalties.
  • First Lady Melania Trump's ventures also generated significant proceeds, including from a film license agreement and NFT sales.
  • The disclosure lists substantial legal settlements with tech and media companies, with much of the money directed to his presidential library or the Trust for the National Mall.
  • Outstanding liabilities include a civil fraud judgment and judgments owed to E. Jean Carroll.