Trump Administration Acquired Equity in Dozens of Private Companies

Why it matters locally: While the immediate impact on Oregon's economy isn't detailed, federal government equity stakes in private companies could indirectly influence national economic policies that eventually affect businesses and investment in the state.

The Trump administration acquired equity stakes in over three dozen private companies. This practice involved the federal government taking ownership interests in private sector businesses. Win McNamee photographed American and Chinese flags displayed on President Trump's motorcade. The motorcade was present during a visit by President Trump and China's President Xi Jinping to the National Archives Museum in Washington, D.C.