In his first month in office, President Trump took significant actions including issuing executive orders, but he also engaged in controversial diplomacy aimed at brokering a deal between the PGA Tour and Saudi-funded LIV Golf, which would personally benefit his family business. This effort highlights Trump's pattern of using his presidency to advance personal interests, particularly in dealings with Saudi Arabia, where Trump’s existing business ties raise ethical concerns regarding conflicts of interest. His meetings and involvement have illustrated a transactional approach to governance.
During Trump's first term, the Trump Organization had dealings with Saudi Arabia that posed a potential conflict of interest for the president.
Trump's sports diplomacy in the Oval Office and cozying up to Saudi investors in Miami did not get much attention compared with his whirlwind of executive orders and new policies.
These incidents encapsulate Trump's transactional and corrupt approach to governing and the ways that wealthy autocrats will be able to exploit the US president.
If concluded, the deal would directly benefit Trump's family business, which owns and manages golf courses around the world.
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