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title: "Trump's Dell stock buy and praise spark ethics scrutiny"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286807645.md"
description: "Trump's account purchased millions in Dell shares before he endorsed the company, leading to record stock highs. The Dell family previously pledged $6.25 billion to Trump's child wealth program, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest. Eric Trump claims the investments are in a blind trust, but individual stock trades have been documented, increasing skepticism among lawmakers."
datetime: "2026-05-18T18:35:18.000Z"
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# Trump's Dell stock buy and praise spark ethics scrutiny

Dell trade spotlight: Trump’s account bought millions in Dell shares in February, then he publicly endorsed the company in May, sending its stock to record highs. Donation link questioned: The Dell family pledged $6.25 billion to Trump’s signature child wealth program months before the endorsement, prompting scrutiny over possible conflicts. Defense and criticism: Eric Trump says investments are in a blind trust, but filings show individual stock trades, fueling skepticism from lawmakers.

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