Kennedy Grandson Sounds Alarm Over Trump's Alleged Profiteering
Jack Schlossberg, the sole grandson of President John F. Kennedy and a Democratic congressional hopeful, has issued a stark warning about what he describes as brazen corruption under President Donald Trump's administration. In a Monday podcast interview with MeidasTouch, Schlossberg accused Trump of leveraging his presidency for personal financial gain, urging action before it becomes irreversible.
'We're Getting Screwed, He's Getting Rich'
During the conversation with host Ben Meiselas, Schlossberg did not mince words, stating, 'We're getting screwed, and he's getting rich.' He emphasized the danger of normalizing such behavior, calling it a cost, corruption, and constitutional crisis that represents the nation's most pressing problem. Schlossberg pointed to reports that Trump and his family have amassed approximately $4 billion since his reelection in November 2024, a figure he finds alarming given the president's policy decisions.
Schlossberg, a social media influencer with a prominent pedigree, argued that Trump's actions, such as enacting policies that increase costs for Americans and weaken the dollar, directly benefit his personal finances. He specifically cited the president's ability to profit from his own USD1 cryptocurrency as an example of this conflict of interest.
Trademark Filing and Political Tactics
The discussion also touched on recent news that Trump's holding company filed to trademark 'Trump 250' ahead of America's 250th birthday this July. Schlossberg and Meiselas criticized this move, with Schlossberg remarking, 'Everybody knows he just tells you what you want to hear and then picks our pockets.' He likened it to a slap in the face while simultaneously exploiting the public.
As a candidate for New York's 12th District, Schlossberg framed the upcoming midterm elections as the 'last chance to stop Trump.' He warned that Democrats must be ready to counter what he called the opposing party's 'dirty tricks,' and expressed concern over Trump's potential threats to nationalize elections or seek a third term. 'We can't afford to see what happens,' Schlossberg said, advocating for proactive measures and encouraging more people to run for office.
A Fresh Political Approach
Schlossberg, who announced his congressional bid on social media last November, has promised a new direction in politics. He aims to harness the creativity, energy, and drive of New York's 12th District to build political power, positioning himself as a voice against what he perceives as systemic corruption. His interview underscores the deepening political divides as the election season intensifies, with ethics and presidential conduct taking center stage in the national discourse.
