UFC fighters at the White House got paid with Trump family stablecoins—but an ethics expert says a gap in the law allows this
UFC fighters at a White House event were paid prize money in USD1, a stablecoin issued by World Liberty Financial, a company linked to the Trump family. This arrangement has raised ethical concerns, as while most federal employees are prohibited from participating in matters affecting their financial interests, the President is exempt from this law. World Liberty Financial, founded by Trump family members, has generated significant revenue from its stablecoin, USD1, which is backed by cash and U.S. Treasuries. AI
