US Senator John Curtis, a Republican from Utah, has sent a letter urging a formal investigation into the business dealings of Donald Trump Jr., the former president’s eldest son. The move marks a rare instance of a member of the president’s own party calling for accountability against a Trump family member.
In the letter, Curtis cited concerns over the lack of transparency in Trump Jr’s recent ventures, noting that the businessman has been involved in a number of high‑profile deals that have attracted public scrutiny. While the senator did not list specific allegations, he called for a review of the son’s financial activities to ensure they comply with federal regulations.
Trump Jr. has faced questions in the past about his involvement in real‑estate projects and other commercial enterprises, but no formal inquiry has been launched to date. Curtis’s appeal follows a broader trend of increased scrutiny of the former president’s family members by various watchdog groups and media outlets.
The letter was addressed to the relevant federal authorities, though it does not specify which agency should lead the probe. Curtis’s action underscores a growing willingness among some Republican lawmakers to confront potential conflicts of interest within the Trump circle.
Whether the call will prompt a formal investigation remains to be seen, but it signals a shift in the political landscape, with a member of the president’s own party openly questioning the conduct of his close relatives.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>