President Donald Trump also offered a dubious history lesson, suggesting that, as president, George Washington had two desks — one for business matters and another for the presidency.
Jul 6, 2026 3:28 PM EDT
President Donald Trump pointed to George Washington on Monday to justify enriching his family.
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The president has drawn sharp criticism after financial disclosures showed his family made more than $1 billion in crypto last year.
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