US Senator Accuses Trump of Profiting from Iran Conflict

US Senator Chris Van Hollen has accused President Donald Trump of personally profiting from the conflict with Iran. His remarks follow a report by Democrats on the congressional Joint Economic Committee, which found that Trump's oil and gas holdings may have gained as much as $15.5 million this year.

In an interview with MSNBC, Van Hollen said, "Clearly, you've got a president who's profiting from the illegal war that he started, along with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu." He further alleged that Trump has used the White House as a "pay-to-play casino" and has "pocketed over a billion dollars" since returning to office.

The senator emphasized, "He is grossly profiting off of a senseless war." These statements come amid ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran, with critics questioning the motivations behind US policy in the region.

The report by the Joint Economic Committee, as cited by Mehr News Agency, highlighted potential financial gains for Trump's energy holdings. However, no official response from the White House or Trump has been reported in the original article.

According to Mehr News Agency, the senator's comments reflect growing concerns among some lawmakers about potential conflicts of interest and the financial implications of US military actions abroad.