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Ken Griffin Slams Trump for Favoritism in Business

2/4/2026

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Ken Griffin, billionaire investor, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration for enriching families and interfering in businesses.
He spoke at a Wall Street Journal conference in Florida and cited favoritism in government dealings.
Griffin, a donor, noted Trump's sons benefited from favorable policies and said he might run.
The White House stated the administration prioritizes the American people’s interests and noted stock indexes at record highs and rising real wages.

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Ken Griffin, billionaire investor, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration for enriching families and interfering in businesses.
He spoke at a Wall Street Journal conference in Florida and cited favoritism in government dealings.
Griffin, a donor, noted Trump's sons benefited from favorable policies and said he might run.
The White House stated the administration prioritizes the American people’s interests and noted stock indexes at record highs and rising real wages.