A bipartisan ethics deal could allow Trump to delay capital gains taxes on crypto asset sales, potentially saving millions.
A bipartisan ethics proposal tied to a crypto market structure bill could let President Donald Trump defer capital gains taxes on required divestments from crypto-related businesses. The provision, part of an addendum aimed at resolving Democratic concerns over conflicts of interest, may result in tax savings in the millions for Trump, sources said.
The proposal seeks to address objections that have stalled the crypto bill’s passage. Trump’s 2025 financial disclosure revealed $1.4 billion in income from crypto ventures last year, highlighting the scale of potential tax implications. The ethics addendum remains unpublished, and its details are still under negotiation.
Democrats may challenge the tax-deferral benefit, questioning whether it sufficiently addresses concerns about Trump’s financial interests. The White House has not commented on the proposal.