President Donald Trump defended his family’s continued involvement in crypto ventures while he is in office, arguing that he cannot simply tell his sons to stop doing business for four years. During a “60 Minutes” interview, Trump was questioned about World Liberty Financial and a reported investment by a senior UAE royal. “My sons run the company,” Trump said, adding that it would be difficult to tell them not to pursue business opportunities while he serves as president. Trump said most of his personal wealth is managed by Wall Street firms through investments such as index funds and that he does not personally direct individual investment decisions. He also rejected calls to fully divest his assets, arguing that presidents have historically entered office with private financial interests and that the issue is not unique to him. World Liberty Financial lists Trump and Steve Witkoff as co-founders emeritus and is operated by members of the Trump and Witkoff families, including Eric Trump. Trump’s 2025 financial disclosure showed more than $1.4 billion in income tied to cryptocurrency ventures, including more than $520 million from World Liberty Financial token sales, along with income connected to USD1, the Official Trump ($TRUMP) memecoin and licensing deals. Scrutiny could increase in 2027 as Democrats take greater control of congressional oversight. Sen. Elizabeth Warren is expected to push for deeper examination of the crypto industry and financial relationships involving people in Trump’s orbit.