Trump Vows ‘Total Exit’ From Business to Avoid Conflicts

The transcript discusses Donald Trump's announcement about stepping away from his business to avoid conflicts of interest as he assumes the presidency. It highlights concerns from ethics experts about the adequacy of his plans, questioning whether his actions will truly eliminate conflicts. The discussion emphasizes the importance of creating a blind trust or liquidating assets to ensure ethical governance, with bipartisan agreement on the need for stringent measures.

What was the main purpose of Donald Trump's announcement regarding his business?

• To merge his business with another company

• To increase his business profits

• To avoid conflicts of interest as President

• To expand his business empire

What is a key concern raised about Trump's separation from his business?

• He will completely sell his business

• He will still benefit financially from his business

• He will move his business overseas

• He will start a new business

What is the minimum step Trump is taking regarding his business operations?

• Not actively managing his businesses

• Selling all his business assets

• Starting new business ventures

• Actively managing his businesses

What do top ethics lawyers recommend for Trump to eliminate conflicts of interest?

• Expanding his business operations

• Hiring more family members

• Creating a blind trust or liquidating assets

• Starting a new business

Which publication agrees with the ethics lawyers' recommendation for Trump?

• The Financial Times

• The Washington Post

• The Wall Street Journal

• The New York Times