Trump Administration Acquired Equity in Dozens of Private Companies

Why it matters locally: The acquisition of equity stakes in private companies by the federal government could have indirect implications for Maine's diverse private sector, potentially influencing investment landscapes or regulatory environments that affect local businesses.

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.