French magazine Le Point slams Trump on ‘The Great Heist’ cover

French news magazine Le Point has provoked international reaction with a blistering cover story targeting President Donald Trump’s second term in office. The cover, emblazoned with the words “The Great Heist,” alleges that Trump has transformed the presidency into a vast commercial enterprise designed to expand his personal wealth. The accompanying analysis suggests that the US administration is sliding toward a “kleptocracy” —a regime run by thieves—where political decisions and economic moves may be directly tied to the president’s financial interests.

Family crypto deals and market manipulation claims

According to Le Point’s investigation, digital tokens have been launched in the names of Donald and Melania Trump, while his sons Eric and Donald Jr. have reportedly licensed their name rights to a cryptocurrency company for a 30% stake. The magazine also highlighted sudden market fluctuations following Trump’s social media posts and policy announcements, suggesting that a small group with advance knowledge may have profited from insider information. These allegations have revived debates about insider trading at the highest levels of government.

Global real estate and the ‘Trumpification’ of Washington

Le Point further alleged that Trump’s re-election has accelerated real estate projects in Gulf countries, Vietnam, and Romania, arguing that American diplomacy is now serving private commercial interests rather than public good. Experts warn that the US is evolving into a “plutocracy” —rule by the wealthy—where political careers serve as income streams. The magazine also noted a symbolic transformation it calls “the Trumpification of Washington,” where the president’s personal brand merges with state symbols, and power is represented through an aesthetic of gold and wealth. For Türkiye, which has witnessed similar allegations against Western leaders in the past, the Le Point report underscores growing international scrutiny of Trump’s business dealings. Ankara continues to focus on its own anti-corruption efforts and has called for transparency in international financial systems.