The Trump family’s extensive business ties in the Middle East have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and preferential treatment in American affairs of state. Before President Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, his sons Eric and Donald Jr. were already engaged in business activities in the region on behalf of The Trump Organization. This included announcing plans for an 80-story Trump Tower in Dubai and attending a cryptocurrency conference in the UAE.

The Trump family has secured deals to build luxury properties in Qatar and Saudi Arabia, further intertwining their business interests with foreign entities in the region. Criticism has been raised regarding the potential conflicts of interest, especially with Saudi government-backed ventures like LIV Golf, which has ties to Trump’s properties.

While the White House has dismissed concerns about conflicts of interest, questions linger about the influence of Trump’s business dealings on his foreign policy decisions. The president’s trip to the Middle East, shaped by promises of substantial investments in U.S. companies, further underscores the complex relationship between his family’s business ventures and diplomatic engagements.

Trump’s history of business dealings in the Middle East, dating back to 2005, highlights the longstanding connections that have persisted throughout his presidencies. Despite assurances that he has no conflicts of interest as president, the intertwined nature of his political and corporate brands continues to raise ethical concerns about the potential impact on U.S. foreign policy decisions.