Trump purchased up to $51 million in bonds at the end of 2025, including Netflix and Warner Bros. investments
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump purchased up to $2 million in Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery investments shortly after the announcement of a megadeal between the two companies, raising potential conflict of interest concerns.
- The financial disclosure revealed 191 transactions, including purchases and sales of stocks and bonds, with unclear exact amounts due to broad reporting ranges; investments occurred between November 14 and December 19.
- White House officials stated Trump's portfolio is managed independently through discretionary accounts using automated model portfolios, with no direct input from Trump or his family on investment decisions.
- Ethics experts highlight that Trump's investments in companies involved in a merger he may regulate pose ethical concerns, as the president's decisions should prioritize public interest without conflicts.
- The disclosure also showed Trump’s purchases of
