<ul><li>The recent Gulf tour by President Trump blurs the line between state business and personal interests, with Qatar offering him a $400m Boeing 747 aircraft.</li><li>Trump's acceptance of gifts from foreign powers raises concerns over constitutional violations, as White House lawyers defend the action.</li><li>The Trump administration's disregard for due process and financial propriety, along with conflicts of interest, reflect a lack of compliance with norms and rules.</li><li>The intertwined nature of Trump's presidency and commercial interests signifies a form of state capture and kleptocracy, challenging the notion of public office seeking public interest over personal gain.</li></ul>

The Guardian view on Trump’s conflicts of interest: the shadow of kleptocracy | Editorial

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