Trump took $7.8 million in foreign cash during presidency and he would do it again: Timothy L. O’Brien

The Democrats on the House Oversight Committee reveal that Donald Trump garnered over $7.8 million from foreign governments during his presidency, primarily from China, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. Despite Trump's wealth, the report emphasises the broader issue of potential conflicts of interest and the compromising of national security. The lack of strict ethical guidelines for presidents raises concerns, with the report highlighting Trump's failure to seek congressional consent for foreign funds. The findings underscore the urgent need for robust laws to prevent presidents from exploiting their position for personal gain.

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Trump Took $7.8 Million in Foreign Cash While in Office. He'd Do It Again.: Timothy L. O'Brien

By Timothy L. O'Brien

Donald Trump and his businesses hauled in at least $7.8 million from foreign governments and officials of 20 countries during his presidency. The bulk of that came from China, but Saudi Arabia, Qatar and others also chipped in relatively modest amounts, according to a new report from Democrats on the House Oversight Committee.

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