Bibles, Home Alone and perfume: Six surprising ways Trump made money in 2025

A 927-page financial disclosure report reveals the diverse income streams of US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump in 2025. Earnings include merchandise sales, book royalties, and significant cryptocurrency investments.
Why it matters
Provides transparency into the personal financial interests of the US President, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest and the commercialization of the presidency.
Nearly 1,000 pages detailing US President Donald Trump's financial information have been released, showing how much he made and what he invested in during his first year back in the White House.
The report presents factual data from official disclosures, though the comparison to other politicians adds a slight narrative framing.
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