Democrats on a key congressional committee are probing a venture capital firm that has seen significant growth following the addition of Donald Trump’s son as a partner. The inquiry comes after the president’s son joined the firm shortly after his father’s reelection last year. Lawmakers are seeking details on the firm’s financial performance since his involvement. The request highlights ongoing scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest involving the president’s family.


Congressman Jamie Raskin asks president’s son to detail firm’s recent success after he joined 1789 Capital as partnerDemocrats on a powerful US congressional committee have launched an investigation into a venture capital firm which has thrived since recruiting Donald Trump’s son.Donald Trump Jr joined 1789 Capital as a partner just days after his father won a second term in office in November 2024. Congressman Jamie Raskin, ranking member of the US House of Representatives judiciary committee, has asked the president’s son to detail the firm’s recent success. Continue reading...