Sen. Elizabeth Warren is concerned about potential corruption in Donald Trump’s administration-in-waiting, citing past instances of self-dealing and unethical behavior. In a recent article, she warned that Trump and his team are already breaking the law by not signing required transition agreements that include ethics safeguards. Warren, who has previously released a report on alleged corruption in Trump’s first administration, expressed worry that the president-elect and his associates could become even more shameless in their actions this time around.
During Trump’s first presidency, his businesses reportedly made over $2 billion, with much of the income stemming from his golf clubs and resorts. Rep. Jamie Raskin also found that Trump’s businesses received millions from foreign governments while he was in office. Additionally, Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr., announced that he would be joining a venture capital firm that opposes ESG investing, a practice that conservatives dislike. Warren argues that Trump’s conflicts of interest make him susceptible to manipulation by those willing to offer financial incentives.
Warren’s concerns about potential corruption and self-dealing in Trump’s administration-in-waiting are backed by past actions and financial dealings of the president and his family. The senator warns that without proper ethics safeguards and adherence to conflict of interest laws, the incoming administration could be prone to illegal corruption and unethical behavior.
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