Trump Action Archive

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• Trump administration awarded no-bid contract for reflecting pool repairs to company owned by Trump donor — The National Park Service awarded a no-bid contract worth at least $1.7 million for a water purification system at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to Greenwater Services, a firm ultimately owned by the J.J. Cafaro Investment Trust, led by Trump donor John J. Cafaro. Cafaro's wife chaired the 2017 International Red Cross Ball at Mar-a-Lago, and the company's Florida address is listed as Cafaro's mansion near Mar-a-Lago. An Interior Department spokesperson stated the White House was not involved in the selection and the department was unaware of Cafaro's political support for Trump.

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• Michael Caputo files first claim under Anti-Weaponization Fund — Michael Caputo, a longtime Trump ally and former administration official, filed the first known claim under the Anti-Weaponization Fund, seeking $2.7 million and claiming the "machinery of government was clearly politically weaponized against my family." The claim demonstrates the fund's immediate use to compensate Trump associates.

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• Major news outlets omit Kushner conflict of interest from 97% of Iran diplomacy coverage — Analysis by Popular Information found that of 202 articles published by major news outlets (New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Associated Press, CNN Wire, New York Post, Chicago Tribune, Boston Globe, Los Angeles Times) covering Kushner's diplomatic role in Iran negotiations from February 28 to April 19, 2026, only six mentioned his financial conflict of interest with Saudi Arabia. This represents 97% of coverage omitting the conflict. Five of the six articles mentioning the conflict appeared in the New York Times; one appeared in Foreign Policy and was republished by the Washington Post. The Wall Street Journal, AP, CNN Wire, New York Post, Chicago Tribune, Boston Globe, and Los Angeles Times collectively published dozens of articles on Kushner's diplomatic role without mentioning the conflict.
• Kushner leads Iran diplomacy while receiving millions from Saudi government — Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law, is leading U.S. diplomatic negotiations with Iran while simultaneously receiving over $110 million in management fees from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) for his private equity fund, Affinity Partners. Kushner raised $2 billion from the Saudi PIF in 2021 and has reportedly sought billions more. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly lobbied Trump to initiate and continue the Iran war. This arrangement presents a direct financial conflict of interest, as Kushner's Saudi payments create incentive to prolong the conflict benefiting his Saudi investors.
• Media coverage analysis reveals 97% of outlets omitted Kushner's Saudi financial conflicts during Iran negotiations — A Popular Information analysis of media coverage from February 28 to April 19, 2026, found that 97% of coverage from major media outlets failed to mention Jared Kushner's multi-billion-dollar business relationship with the Saudi government while he represented the U.S. in Iran negotiations. Kushner's simultaneous diplomatic role and substantial financial interests in a key regional actor constitute a significant undisclosed conflict of interest that received minimal journalistic scrutiny.
• Jared Kushner's financial ties to Persian Gulf governments not widely reported — Major news outlets have not prominently reported that Jared Kushner, the administration's de facto Iran negotiator, has received billions of dollars from Persian Gulf governments. The lack of coverage represents a gap in media scrutiny of potential conflicts of interest in high-stakes diplomatic negotiations.

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• Regulators examined suspicious trades before Trump market announcements — Regulators are examining suspicious trades that occurred just before Trump's announcement regarding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Similar trades from one of Trump's announcements last month are also under regulatory scrutiny. The timing of massive trades immediately preceding Trump's market-moving announcements suggests potential insider trading or market manipulation.
• Potential insider trading pattern in oil markets tied to Trump announcements — WaPo reporter Josh Rogin reported on CNN that traders shorted oil markets by hundreds of millions of dollars approximately 20 minutes before Trump announced Iran peace breakthroughs, with this pattern occurring at least three times since the war began. The Guardian reported that 16 bets of $100,000 each accurately predicted the timing of U.S. airstrikes on February 27, a single user bet $550,000 on Ayatollah Khamenei's assassination moments before it occurred, and traders bet $950 million that oil prices would fall right before Trump announced a ceasefire.
• BBC reports pattern of insider trading around Trump announcements — Nick Marsh of the BBC analyzed the timing of Trump's market-moving statements against trade volume on financial markets and found "a consistent pattern of spikes just hours, or sometimes minutes, before a social media post or media interview was made public." Marsh noted a similar spike pattern over Trump's announcement of "Liberation Day" tariffs in April 2025.

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• ProPublica report detailed $220 million DHS ad contract to cronies — A November 2025 ProPublica report by Justin Elliott, Joshua Kaplan, and Alex Mierjeski documented that the Department of Homeland Security awarded a $220 million contract for a taxpayer-funded advertising campaign to cronies. The contract circumvented transparency laws by being awarded to a small company that then subcontracted the work to associates of Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski. Trump allegedly commented on the arrangement: "Corey made out on that one."

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• Six newly-created accounts on Polymarket placed nearly $1 million in bets predicting U.S. strike on Iran hours before it occurred — In the hours before the February 28 U.S. strike on Iran, six newly-created accounts on the prediction market Polymarket placed nearly $1 million in bets that the U.S. would strike Iran by that date. One account, "dicedicedice," wagered nearly $30,000 and recorded a profit of about $120,000 hours later. Analytics sites flagged the trades as suspicious, with many observers suspecting the accounts benefited from insider knowledge. The international version of Polymarket does not require user identification and accepts crypto payments. Overall, $529 million was traded on Iran strike-related contracts. The White House denied anyone in Trump's orbit was involved, though Donald Trump Jr. serves as an advisor to both Polymarket and rival Kalshi.
• Polymarket account made $515,000 betting on Iran strikes before public announcement — A Polymarket account named "Magamyman" made $515,000 in a single day betting on the US strike on Iran, with the first trade placed 71 minutes before the news broke publicly. When the account bought in, the market had the strike at a 17% probability; the account turned roughly $87,000 into over half a million dollars overnight. Representative Mike Levin (D-CA) noted that Donald Trump Jr. sits on Polymarket's advisory board and his firm invested double-digit millions into the platform in the previous year. The DOJ and CFTC had active investigations into Polymarket that were dropped after Trump took office.
• DOJ and CFTC dropped investigations into Polymarket after Trump took office — The DOJ and CFTC had active investigations into Polymarket that were dropped after Trump took office. This occurred in the context of the suspicious trading activity on the Iran strikes and Trump Jr.'s financial interest in the platform.

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• Trump Media stock collapsed to all-time low amid massive business losses and failed diversification strategy — Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), parent of Truth Social and majority-owned by President Trump, saw its stock (DJT) plummet from a peak of $62 in March 2024 to below $10 per share by February 2026. Despite Trump's extensive personal promotion on Truth Social, the company reported only $972,000 in quarterly revenue against a $58.4 million net loss in Q3 2025. Truth Social has approximately 359,000 daily active users versus 100+ million for competitors X and Threads. TMTG's diversification efforts—including a $2.5 billion Bitcoin purchase at $108,000 per coin (now worth $67,000), a $51 million loss on Crypto.com tokens, and a proposed $6 billion merger with nuclear fusion company TAE Technologies—have failed to stabilize the business or stock price.
• Trump administration dropped SEC investigation into Crypto.com, which then became TMTG's major business partner — Under the Biden administration, Crypto.com faced an SEC investigation. After Trump took office, the administration terminated the inquiry. Shortly thereafter, Crypto.com became TMTG's most significant business partner. In September 2025, TMTG announced it would offer Crypto.com's Cronos tokens (CRO) as rewards on Truth Social and purchased 684.4 million CRO tokens at 15.3 cents each. The partnership also included plans for a joint prediction market platform called Truth Predict. The timing and sequence—regulatory relief followed by lucrative business partnership—suggests potential quid pro quo dynamics.

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• Trump officials approved Venezuelan oil deals worth $500 million — Trump administration officials approved Venezuelan oil deals worth $500 million involving trading houses with documented histories of bribery and corruption. Court records show those firms were previously prosecuted by the U.S. Department of Justice. One senior trader connected to the deals donated $6 million to Trump's campaign. The oil sales routed money through foreign bank accounts, creating glaring conflicts of interest.

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• ProPublica reports Deputy AG Blanche held crypto investments while ending investigations — ProPublica reported that Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche held more than $150,000 in crypto investments when he issued a memo one month into his tenure to end investigations into crypto companies, dealers, and exchanges initiated during the Biden administration. A former White House ethics lawyer called the situation "an obvious conflict of interest."

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• Vought suspends majority of CFPB operations — Russell Vought, White House Office of Management and Budget director, suspended most of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's work while the full DC Circuit Court of Appeals decides whether to take the case. A lower court order previously blocked the firings of approximately 90% of the agency's staff, but Vought proceeded with operational suspension pending appellate review.

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• Binance enables trading of Trump-linked cryptocurrencies days after CZ pardon — On October 29, 2025, Binance's U.S. exchange announced it would begin allowing trading of USD1 and WLFI, two cryptocurrencies issued by World Liberty Financial, a company co-founded by Trump and his sons. Trump reportedly owns 15.7 billion WLFI tokens (over 15% of total supply). USD1 is a stablecoin whose reserve assets generate profit for Trump and other owners. The move expands the pool of American investors and directly benefits Trump financially by increasing demand and token value.
• Binance invested $2 billion in Trump-owned stablecoin — Earlier in 2025, Binance accepted a $2 billion investment from an Abu Dhabi investment fund in USD1, a stablecoin issued by World Liberty Financial and owned in part by Trump. The transaction immediately gave USD1 legitimacy and liquidity, and has likely already generated tens of millions for Trump and other World Liberty Financial owners. Binance also wrote the basic code to power USD1 for World Liberty Financial, further deepening the financial relationship.

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• Cuts to healthcare for 9/11 first responders reported — Reports indicate that cuts to a program funding healthcare for first responders and survivors of the September 11 attacks have left many patients uncertain about their cancer treatment coverage.
• Cuts to IRS enforcement budget announced — The Trump administration announced a 31% cut to the enforcement wing of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), which is expected to exacerbate tax evasion among high earners, costing the government approximately $700 billion annually.
• Cuts to USAID contracts reported — The Trump administration's cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) are projected to result in approximately $2 billion less in contracts for American farmers and leave food that could feed millions rotting in government warehouses.
• Trump administration cuts grants for Harvard University — The Trump administration cut an additional $450 million in grants for Harvard University, expanding a lawsuit by the school against the administration for violating proper procedures and First Amendment rights.
• Trump administration cuts federal grants to Harvard University — The Trump administration cut off federal grants to Harvard University over allegations of racial discrimination against white and Asian individuals. This action is part of a broader initiative to address perceived discrimination in hiring and admissions practices at the university.

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• DoJ closes cryptocurrency unit amid political pressure — In April, the Department of Justice abruptly closed its cryptocurrency unit, which had been active since 2022 in prosecuting criminal schemes involving North Korean hackers. The closure followed criticism from cryptocurrency leaders who supported Trump's campaign, raising concerns about the influence of political donations on law enforcement priorities.
• DoJ halts prosecutions under Foreign Corrupt Practices Act — The Department of Justice, under Attorney General Pam Bondi, has paused prosecutions of businesses charged with violating the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) for six months. This decision aligns with President Trump's agenda and has sparked criticism for potentially favoring business interests over legal accountability, further indicating the politicization of the justice department.

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• Trump administration disbands DOJ cryptocurrency enforcement team — The Department of Justice announced on April 7 that it was disbanding the national cryptocurrency enforcement team established in 2022, which had prosecuted high-profile cases against North Korean hackers and crypto criminals. The memo stated DOJ is not a "digital assets regulator" and blamed the Biden administration's "reckless strategy of regulation by prosecution," citing a January Trump executive order on crypto as the impetus for the decision.
• Deputy Attorney General disbanded National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team — Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche sent a memo to DOJ staff informing them that the agency is disbanding its National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team. The DOJ is also ordering prosecutors to narrow their crypto investigations to focus on drug cartels and terrorist groups.
• DOJ disbands National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team — Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche issued a memo on Monday evening directing the immediate dissolution of the Department of Justice's National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team (NCET). The memo stated the unit "shall be disbanded effective immediately" and instructed that ongoing investigations "inconsistent" with new policy should be closed. The decision aligns with a Trump executive order promoting access to blockchain networks "without persecution" and reflects the administration's shift toward easing crypto regulation while narrowing DOJ enforcement in the sector.

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• New York City continues payments to indicted developer — The administration of New York City Mayor Eric Adams is continuing to pay over $500,000 a month to Weihong Hu, a hotel developer indicted for allegedly bribing a nonprofit CEO. Despite the indictment, Hu's company receives city funds to host a nonprofit program at one of her hotels. Hu is engaged in plea negotiations, potentially implicating Adams and his allies. The payments raise ethical concerns, as Hu could testify against the mayor. The city is working to find an alternative site for the program, but no timeline has been provided.

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• Justice Department dismisses environmental enforcement lawsuit against Denka, citing end to "DEI programs" — The Department of Justice, on behalf of the EPA, dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Biden Administration against Denka Performance Elastomer LLC on March 7, 2025. The suit, filed February 28, 2023, alleged that the company's neoprene manufacturing facility in LaPlace, Louisiana posed an imminent and substantial endangerment to public health under the Clean Air Act's emergency powers provision. The dismissal was framed as fulfilling President Trump's executive order to end "radical DEI programs." EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin stated the agency would enforce environmental law "without improperly implementing so-called 'environmental justice.'"
• Trump administration drops environmental lawsuit — The Trump administration has agreed to drop a lawsuit against the Denka synthetic rubber plant in Reserve, Louisiana, which was filed under the Biden administration in February 2023. The lawsuit aimed to curb emissions of chloroprene, a likely human carcinogen, from the plant. The decision to dismiss the case was made in compliance with an executive order issued by Trump targeting "wasteful government" and "DEI programs." This move has been criticized by local community leaders who are concerned about the health risks posed by the plant's emissions.

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• SEC halts fraud prosecution of Chinese national — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has halted its fraud prosecution against Chinese crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun. Sun, who was charged in March 2023 with marketing unregistered securities and manipulating the crypto market, had recently invested $75 million in World Liberty Financial (WLF), a venture backed by Donald Trump. This investment resulted in a significant financial benefit for Trump. The SEC and Sun filed a joint request for a 60-day stay to explore a potential resolution, which was granted by a federal judge. This development raises questions about the SEC's enforcement actions and potential settlements.

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• SEC dismisses lawsuit against Coinbase — On February 21, 2025, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) agreed to dismiss its lawsuit against Coinbase. The lawsuit, filed on June 6, 2023, accused Coinbase of operating as an unregistered securities broker. Armstrong stated that the agreement involved no fines or changes to Coinbase's business practices. This development follows significant political contributions by Coinbase to pro-Trump entities and personal financial benefits to Trump, raising questions about the influence of political donations on regulatory actions.

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• Trump signs executive order pausing FCPA enforcement — President Trump signed an executive order directing the Department of Justice to pause enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), which prohibits American companies from bribing foreign officials to obtain or retain business. This move could undermine efforts to prevent public corruption and maintain the rule of law in international business practices.
• Executive Order Pauses FCPA Enforcement — President Donald J. Trump issued Executive Order 14209, pausing enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) for 180 days to review guidelines and policies. The order aims to enhance American economic competitiveness and national security by reducing barriers to commerce abroad. The Attorney General is tasked with reviewing and potentially revising FCPA enforcement actions and guidelines during this period.
• Trump halts enforcement of Foreign Corrupt Practices Act — President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Department of Justice to halt prosecutions under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), which bans bribery of foreign officials. The order requires the Attorney General to pause these prosecutions until new enforcement guidance is issued, aimed at promoting American competitiveness. This move has been criticized by anti-corruption groups, who argue it undermines the US's leadership in fighting global corruption. The FCPA has been instrumental in significant corporate cases, including actions against Goldman Sachs.
• Trump Pauses FCPA Enforcement — President Donald Trump issued an executive order pausing enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) for 180 days. The order directs the Attorney General to cease new FCPA investigations and review existing ones, with the possibility of extending the review period for another 180 days. The order aims to enhance American economic competitiveness and national security by reducing perceived overreach in FCPA enforcement, which Trump argues impedes U.S. foreign policy objectives.
• White House issued executive order pausing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act enforcement — The White House issued an executive order on February 10, 2025, directing the Attorney General to cease initiating new FCPA investigations and enforcement actions for 180 days while reviewing enforcement guidelines. The order states that FCPA enforcement "harms the interests of the United States" and "impedes" foreign policy objectives. The Attorney General is instructed to review existing investigations and issue revised guidelines prioritizing "American economic competitiveness" and "Presidential foreign policy prerogatives." The order characterizes current FCPA enforcement as "overexpansive" and claims it wastes prosecutorial resources.
• White House issues fact sheet on FCPA enforcement pause — The White House issued a fact sheet on February 10, 2025, announcing that President Trump signed an executive order directing the Attorney General to pause Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enforcement actions and issue revised enforcement guidance. The fact sheet states that past and existing FCPA actions will be reviewed, and future investigations and enforcement must be approved by the Attorney General. The document frames the pause as necessary to restore American competitiveness and national security.
• Trump signs executive order pausing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act — President Trump signed an executive order pausing the enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, which prohibits bribery of foreign officials. This suspension could lead to increased corruption in international business dealings.
• Trump signed executive order pausing prosecutions under Foreign Corrupt Practices Act — On February 10, 2025, Trump signed an executive order directing the DOJ to halt prosecutions of Americans accused of bribing foreign government officials. Attorney General Pam Bondi was instructed to pause prosecutions under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act of 1977 until she issues revised enforcement guidance promoting American competitiveness. Trump stated the action would "mean a lot more business for America." The White House claimed the law disadvantages US firms compared to foreign competitors.

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• Billy Long's campaign debt paid off by donors with tax issues pending before IRS — Billy Long, Trump's nominee to run the IRS, had his 2022 campaign debt paid off by donors who have current tax issues pending before the IRS. Long had loaned $130,000 to his unsuccessful 2022 Senate campaign and was personally liable for over $100,000 of that debt. Shortly after Trump announced Long as his IRS nominee, Long's dormant campaign committee raised $137,000 in under three weeks in January 2025. Two-thirds of the donations were at the maximum allowed amount of $2,900, and one-third came from donors in the tax consultant industry or people with tax-related legal issues. Long used the funds to reimburse himself for his campaign loan.