Poll: Most Americans Say Trump Family Profited Improperly From Crypto

A majority of Americans believe President Donald Trump and his family have inappropriately profited from cryptocurrency since he returned to the White House, and a large majority also believe his private business interests influence his presidential decisions, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. The survey, conducted online from August 14 to August 17 among 1,166 U.S. adults, found that 63% of respondents consider it inappropriate for Trump and his family to profit from cryptocurrency-related ventures during his presidency, while 32% said such profits were appropriate. The findings highlight a sharp partisan divide and could raise fresh questions about Trump's crypto ventures and his pledge to tackle corruption.

The poll results show that about seven in 10 Republican respondents said the crypto dealings were appropriate, while roughly three in 10 Republicans viewed them as inappropriate. Among Democrats, opposition was significantly stronger, with 92% responding negatively. The survey also found that 69% of Americans believe Trump's private business interests influence his decisions as president, a view held by about two-thirds of independents and roughly nine in 10...