As of April 2026, Donald Trump's sons, Eric and Donald Jr., are expanding their business empire, with ventures securing significant government contracts and loans, raising ethics concerns. Key investments include companies in drone technology and defense, with one backed by Don Jr. receiving a $620 million Department of Defense (DoD) loan.
Key Details on Business Ventures and Government Funds:
Defense Contracts: Firms associated with Donald Trump Jr., particularly through 1789 Capital, have seen explosive growth, with portfolio companies winning over $70 million in contracts, including AI and, rocket engine technology.
Drone Industry Investments: Don Jr. holds a $4 million stake in Unusual Machines, a drone startup that secured a $620M DoD loan. Eric and Don Jr. are also linked to drone maker Xtend, which is expanding in the U.S. and is a DoD contractor.
Cryptocurrency & Other Income: The family’s World Liberty project raised $2 billion via "governance tokens," providing substantial income through ownership stakes.
Potential Conflicts: Critics and some lawmakers have highlighted these deals, as the sons are directly profiting from government funds, with companies potentially seeking to benefit from the administration's policies.