In a fiery social media post on August 27, 2025, President Donald Trump demanded that billionaire philanthropist George Soros and his son, Alex Soros, face federal racketeering charges under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO).
The accusation, made on Trump’s Truth Social platform, claims the Soros family supports “violent protests” and has caused “great damage” to the United States. This article explores the details of Trump’s allegations, the likelihood of criminal prosecution, and the broader context of the Soros family’s activities, critically examining the claims of their alleged crimes and current agenda.
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