Citadel CEO Ken Griffin speaks during the Semafor World Economy Summit on April 23, 2025 in Washington.
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Citadel CEO Ken Griffin speaks during the Semafor World Economy Summit on April 23, 2025 in Washington.
Mandatory Credit: Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images via CNN Newsource

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One of Trump’s billionaire supporters has harsh words for the president about his trade war

Citadel CEO Ken Griffin, a billionaire supporter of President Donald Trump and a megadonor to Republican candidates, had some unusually harsh words for the president about his trade war: It’s hurting America’s standing in the world and eroding the nation’s brand.