Trump unveils T1 Phone and telecom plan as business empire expands

The Trump Organization, founded by US President Donald Trump, on Monday launched a self-branded mobile service and a US$499 (HK$3,892.2) smartphone, the latest efforts by the Trump business empire to capitalize on his second term.

The move came after Trump earlier threatened to impose a 25 percent tariff, potentially as early as the end of June, on Apple and Samsung phones not made in the United States.

The T1 phone is expected to hit the market in August. 

The flagship Trump Mobile plan will cost US$47.45 per month. 

According to Donald Trump Jr., the company’s executive vice president, the product is “designed and built in America” and aims to serve “the hardest-working people in the country.”

The T1 phone features slogans like “Get ready to experience the power of Trump Mobile”on the official website, with images showing a handset bearing the American flag.

Trump Mobile’s telecom service will operate on the 5G networks of major US carriers, including AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. The service will offer full mobile plans, including telehealth services and unlimited texting to over 100 countries.

The launch comes as the Trump family continues to diversify its global business portfolio.

A report from the United States Office of Government Ethics revealed that Trump had earned over US$57 million from crypto firm World Liberty Financial since October. 

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