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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
John Bowden

Billionaire Republican megadonor claims Trump is ‘eroding’ America’s brand with trade war

One of the Republican Party’s biggest donors in the last election cycle gave a harsh assessment of Donald Trump’s efforts to reorganize the global trade order on Wedneday.

Ken Griffin, CEO of Citadel, donated more than $100m to Republican candidates and causes during the 2024 cycle, when the party protected a key majority in the House and took back control of the Senate. His efforts contributed to a second Trump administration where the president enjoys a dual-chamber majority, albeit a slim one.

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