Trump Family Reduces Stake in World Liberty Financial Amid Stablecoin Regulation Push
Recent disclosures on World Liberty Financial’s (WLFI) website suggest that the family of former President Donald Trump may have significantly reduced its ownership stake in the crypto business. According to the updated information, the Trump family’s holding appears to have dropped from a majority 60% stake to around 40%—a move that coincides with the U.S. Senate’s advancement of a major stablecoin regulation bill.
### A Strategic Exit as Regulation Looms
The timing of this potential divestment is notable. The reduction in stake was observed just as the Senate prepared to pass bipartisan legislation aimed at bringing oversight to stablecoins—a category that includes WLFI’s own USD1 stablecoin. The bill, which has now moved to the House of Representatives, faced temporary delays after Democratic lawmakers, including Sens. Elizabeth Warren, Richard Blumenthal, and Chris Murphy, raised concerns over Trump’s financial interests in the crypto sector.
Critics argued that it was inappropriate for a presidential candidate to hold a major stake in a company that could be directly affected by the very regulations being debated. Despite these ethics complaints, the bill’s progress suggests that stablecoins like WLFI’s may soon operate under stricter reserve and transparency requirements—assuming the company can meet compliance demands.
### Trump’s Growing Crypto Influence
Trump’s involvement in cryptocurrency has been both lucrative and controversial. Reports indicate that his various crypto ventures, including NFTs and WLFI’s stablecoin, have earned him tens of millions of dollars. At the same time, his financial ties have placed him at the center of the debate over digital asset regulation, with opponents questioning whether his political stance on crypto is influenced by personal profit.
The apparent reduction in WLFI ownership could be seen as an effort to distance himself from regulatory scrutiny, especially as the stablecoin bill gains momentum. Alternatively, it may reflect a strategic financial decision ahead of potential market shifts.
### What’s Next for WLFI and Stablecoin Regulation?
With the stablecoin bill now in the House, the crypto industry is watching closely to see how new rules will shape the market. If passed, the legislation could provide long-term stability for compliant stablecoin issuers—but it may also force companies like WLFI to adapt quickly to heightened oversight.
For Trump, this move could signal a broader shift in his crypto investments—or simply a temporary adjustment ahead of the election. Either way, the intersection of politics, finance, and digital assets remains as contentious as ever.
