Donald Trump earned more than $2.2 billion in 2025, including over $1 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures, according to a 927-page financial disclosure released Tuesday by the US Office of Government Ethics. The filing reveals that Trump benefited from a global network of businesses and investments, including in China, while his administration oversees cryptocurrency regulation, sparking alarm over potential conflicts of interest.
Trump's income sources beyond crypto
In addition to crypto, Trump earned millions from Trump-branded merchandise such as Bibles, sneakers, and watches, with the watch category alone generating $4.7 million. He also received tens of millions from licensing deals and fees tied to new hotel, resort, and condo projects overseas. Many of these countries were simultaneously negotiating tariffs, military aid, and other matters with the US government.
White House spokesperson Anna Kelly denied any conflict of interest, calling the allegations "the same, tired, false narrative that Democrats and the legacy media have been pushing for a decade."
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship
The US Supreme Court struck down Trump's executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship, ruling that the order violated the 14th Amendment. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the majority opinion, affirming that nearly all people born on US soil are citizens. The decision was not unanimous, with dissenting justices giving weight to fringe theories, sparking criticism.
Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeats 15-term incumbent
In Colorado's primary, democratic socialist Melat Kiros unseated 15-term Representative Diana DeGette. Kiros, born in Ethiopia in 1997, graduated from Notre Dame Law School in 2022. She was fired from a New York law firm after refusing to remove a blog post defending pro-Palestinian protesters. Her victory follows similar upsets in New York.
Other notable news
Charlie Kirk's family will attend a hearing in Utah for the murder case against the man accused of killing the conservative activist. Transgender youth athletes vow to continue fighting for equal access after a Supreme Court ruling. A poll shows adults who use AI chatbots for health advice are more likely to believe vaccine myths. Airlines and airports urge suspension of the EU's new biometric border checks amid long queues.
Venezuela earthquakes: 58,000 buildings destroyed
Satellite data analysis indicates over 58,000 buildings may have been damaged or destroyed in Venezuela's twin earthquakes, which killed at least 1,943 people and injured over 10,500. A toddler was rescued from rubble six days after the quakes.
Heatwave and World Cup preparations
As a weeklong heatwave hits the US, tips for maximizing window air conditioners and staying cool are shared. The US Men's National Team faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in a World Cup knockout match, potentially heading to a penalty shootout; the team has prepared with consultants and science.
Ocean surface temperatures hit record high for June
The Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that on June 21, ocean surface temperatures outside polar regions exceeded previous records from 2023 and 2024, warning of consequences for weather patterns, climate, and marine ecosystems.
Neil the Seal: a 2,200lb local legend in Tasmania
A 1.1-ton seal named Neil has become a beloved figure in southern Tasmania, wreaking havoc on bollards, traffic cones, and fences. Locals adore the giant mammal, which has gained fame for its antics.
