Donald Trump-related activity tracking.
2026
Jul02
President Trump characterized the Federal Reserve Board of Governors as 'hostile' toward Chair Kevin Warsh, suggesting they may obstruct Warsh's policy agenda . Despite his long-standing push for rate cuts, Trump stated he would respect Warsh’s independent decision-making . This follows a Supreme Court ruling that limited Trump's ability to fire Fed governors, specifically Lisa Cook, thereby preserving the board's current composition .
President Trump's latest financial disclosures reveal he earned approximately $1.2 billion from cryptocurrency ventures last year, primarily through World Liberty Financial and various token sales . Despite the massive scale—which now eclipses his traditional real estate income—Trump claims he has no direct knowledge of the investments, stating his sons manage the business affairs . His portfolio includes significant Bitcoin holdings via Trump Media & Technology Group and interests in stablecoins and NFTs .
President Trump's 2025 financial disclosures reveal over $1.4 billion in income from family-linked cryptocurrency ventures, including World Liberty Financial and $TRUMP memecoins . In response to allegations of 'crypto corruption,' Trump claims these businesses were established prior to his re-election to deflect criticism regarding self-dealing and the influence of his administration's pro-crypto policies .
President Trump stated that the U.S. GDP growth should ideally reach between 12% and 13% . This comes amid S&P's confirmation of the U.S. AA+ credit rating, which carries a warning regarding high debt levels approaching 100% of GDP and persistent political polarization .
The Trump administration has fulfilled its tax cut pledge, with 97% of filers benefiting and 96% of those earning under $200,000 annually . Key measures include making the 2017 cuts permanent, eliminating taxes on tips, and launching 'Trump Accounts' on July 4th—tax-advantaged investment accounts for children under 18 that include a $1,000 seed for newborns to be invested in index funds .
President Trump announced that TSMC is doubling its Arizona fab investment to help push U.S. chip market share toward a 50% goal . While TSMC has not commented on the 'doubling' claim , Taiwan's regulators recently approved a $20 billion capital injection into the Arizona project, bringing total investment to $440 billion .
Jul01
President Trump has proposed a regulatory overhaul of investment visas, centered on the 'Trump Gold Card'—a $1 million to $5 million residency permit aimed at raising $100 billion . Additionally, the administration is pushing for a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas and a $250 'visa integrity fee' for tourists, though the H-1B fee recently faced a legal setback in federal court .
President Trump praised a modified Boeing 747-8, donated by Qatar, which will serve as an interim 'Air Force One' until the official VC-25B fleet is delivered in 2028 . While he lauded the aircraft's speed and new red-white-blue livery, the official Boeing program remains plagued by multi-year delays and over $1 billion in losses .
Jun30
Donald Trump's 2025 financial disclosures reveal over $1.4 billion in income from crypto ventures, primarily driven by $635 million from $TRUMP meme coin sales and over $500 million from World Liberty Financial . While his personal crypto income surged, his public company, Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), reported a staggering net loss of $712 million on just $3.68 million in revenue for the same period .
Jun29
President Trump claimed he is reducing drug prices by 200-400% while warning that a Democratic administration would cause prices to surge by up to 500% . This rhetoric comes as his approval ratings face pressure from economic dissatisfaction and foreign policy concerns . Major pharmaceutical players like Eli Lilly are already adjusting global strategies to account for his 'Most Favored Nation' (MFN) pricing framework , while Democrats counter by accusing the administration of undermining broader healthcare subsidies .
President Trump announced that envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff have departed for Doha to meet with Iranian representatives following recent military escalations [citation:2, 12]. The talks focus on implementing a ceasefire memorandum of understanding and ensuring the security of the Strait of Hormuz, a shift from previous nuclear-centric negotiations [citation:3, 11]. While the U.S. characterizes this as a response to an Iranian request, Iranian officials have provided conflicting reports regarding their participation [citation:4, 14].
President Trump disclosed a $1M-$5M purchase of Axon Enterprise (AXON) stock on February 10, just two weeks before ICE announced a $220 million procurement intent for Tasers with specifications uniquely matching Axon’s T10 model . The timing has sparked ethics concerns and insider trading debates as AXON shares surged over 34% following the agency's notice .
Jun28
Geopolitical escalations, including U.S. airstrikes on Iran and warnings from Donald Trump, have triggered a sharp sell-off in the cryptocurrency market, resulting in $100 million in liquidations within 12 hours [][]. This follows a period of high volatility where Bitcoin dropped below $60,000 due to hawkish central bank signals and significant outflows from spot ETFs [][][].
Jun26
President Trump has threatened immediate 100% tariffs on all goods from countries, particularly in Europe, that implement Digital Services Taxes (DST) targeting U.S. tech giants like Meta and Alphabet . This move aims to supersede existing trade agreements that previously capped tariffs at 15% . The White House plans to invoke Section 301 of the 1974 Trade Act to bypass recent Supreme Court limitations on unilateral executive tariff powers .
Jun24
President Trump plans to include a provision in a supplemental funding bill to allow the year-round sale of E15 gasoline (15% ethanol) . This policy, a long-standing priority for the biofuels industry, aims to bypass current summer restrictions based on smog concerns . The move comes as Trump publicly criticizes large oil companies for failing to lower gasoline prices as quickly as crude prices have fallen .
On June 24, 2026, President Trump abruptly canceled a press conference and signing ceremony for a landmark bipartisan housing bill just over an hour before the event . He linked the cancellation to the stalled 'Save America Act,' demanding its passage—specifically its voter ID requirements—as a 'national emergency' before he will move forward with the housing legislation .
Jun22
President Trump signed Executive Orders 14409 and 14411 to accelerate quantum computing development and secure national systems against quantum-enabled cyber threats . Key targets include deploying a research-grade quantum computer by 2028 and completing the federal migration to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) by 2030-2031 . The move follows a $2 billion industry investment and aims to secure U.S. leadership in the strategic tech race against China .
Trump’s proposal to impose a 20% universal tariff on all imports has ignited a fierce economic debate regarding its impact on the U.S. economy . Proponents argue the move will revitalize domestic manufacturing, while critics, citing ITIF research, warn of a $1.6 trillion GDP loss over a decade and immediate inflationary pressure . The administration is currently utilizing Section 301 of the Trade Act to rebuild these barriers following legal challenges to broader mandates . Specific sector impacts are already emerging, including 100% tariff threats on French luxury goods and potential duties on refined copper expected by late June . With Section 122 tariffs set to expire on July 24, the administration faces a tight window to codify these protectionist measures amidst 4.2% inflation and declining public approval for its economic management .
Jun16
On June 16, 2026, President Trump invoked the Defense Production Act (DPA) to address 'systemic constraints' and 'fragile supply chains' within the U.S. munitions industry . The move aims to accelerate the production of missiles and autonomous systems, following concerns over depleted stockpiles and rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East .
