Gifts, loans, and other wealth from his fatherĪccording to a New York Times report in 2018, Trump received at least $413 million (in 2018 prices) from his father's business empire. Money received through political fundraisers is used to pay for guest stays at properties owned by the Trump Organization and to pay his and his allies' lawyers.
He also made money from Trump-branded products including neckties and steaks. His primary business has been real estate ventures, including hotels, casinos, and golf courses. Trump received gifts, loans, and inheritance from his father. Forbes estimates it at $2.6 billion as of 2023, with Trump making much higher claims. Various news organizations have attempted to estimate his wealth. The net worth of Donald Trump is not publicly known.