Inside Donald and Melania Trump’s unconventional income streams from crypto, gold and Bibles
WASHINGTON, DC: Donald Trump's financial disclosures offer a unique glimpse into the billionaire's sources of income, which encompass cryptocurrency, gold bars, Bibles, and an extensive real estate portfolio.
The 167-page filing reveals that the president earned $300,000 in royalties from a special edition of the Lee Greenwood Bible, priced at $59.99, Daily Beast reported.
Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump amassed $7.4 million
Purchasers of the Lee Greenwood Bible should note that it is described as "the only Bible endorsed by President Trump," according to the website. Buyers can also acquire a signed copy for $1,000.
Donald Trump disclosed that a reprint of his book 'The Art of the Deal' brought in earnings between $50,000 and $100,000. Additionally, a book titled 'A MAGA Journey' generated $505,765 and 'Letters to Trump' by Royden LaFond amassed $4,474,420.
Melania Trump earned $237,500 for a speaking engagement at Mar-a-Lago for the Log Cabin Republicans in April. Additionally, she received $220,000 for another speaking event at the 2022 Log Cabin Republican gala.
Together, Trump and his wife amassed $7.4 million from his NFT 'Collect Trump Cards' trading cards.
Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort reported revenues of $56.9 million, an increase of $4.6 million from the previous year. However, without the disclosure of costs, the club's profitability remains uncertain.
Donald Trump's nine-figure wealth far outstrips Kamala Harris's assets
Donald Trump's golf courses generated substantial revenue, with the Trump National Doral golf resort leading at $160.1 million. It was followed by his Bedminster club at $37 million, the Scottish Turnberry golf course at $33.5 million, and the Trump National Golf Club in Jupiter, Florida, which earned $31 million.
Trump reported ownership of $250,000 in gold bars and an additional $1 million in cryptocurrencies. His total assets are listed at $635 million.
However, the former president remains liable for $83.3 million related to E Jean Carroll's abuse and defamation cases, along with an additional $454 million owed to New York state due to a civil fraud judgment. Trump is currently appealing both decisions.
Trump holds 114,750,000 shares in Trump Media and Technology Group. At a value of $23.17 per share at the time of publication, this could exceed $2.6 billion when they become tradable in September.
However, it is improbable that Trump would sell his shares, as this would likely cause the stock price to plummet.
Trump's assets, which are in the nine-figure range, far surpass Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff's combined income of $450,380 in 2024, as well as their assets, which are approximately $10 million.
