• Former President Donald Trump alleges George Soros and his son should face RICO charges for supporting violent protests.
  • No formal legal action has been initiated against the Soros family following the online accusation.
  • The statement reignites long-standing political debates over Soros's influence and philanthropic activities.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump used his Truth Social platform on Wednesday to call for billionaire financier George Soros and his son to be charged under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). In the post, Trump accused them of supporting "Violent Protests, and much more" throughout the United States, claiming they have "caused great damage to our Country."

As of August 27, 2025, no formal legal proceedings have been initiated against Soros or his son in connection to these claims. Legal experts familiar with the matter suggest the public statement appears to be political rhetoric rather than a precursor to an actual judicial process. Attempts to reach representatives for both Trump and Soros for additional comment were not immediately successful.

The accusation taps into longstanding political tensions surrounding Soros, a Hungarian-born philanthropist who has supported liberal causes through his Open Society Foundations. People familiar with his organizations note that operations continue unchanged despite the public criticism. Similar conspiracy theories and accusations have surfaced periodically over the years but have never resulted in formal charges.

Trump's latest social media post has generated significant reaction across political circles, though the response largely splits along partisan lines. While some conservative commentators have amplified the message, fact-checking organizations have previously debunked similar claims about Soros's activities as misinformation. The rhetoric is expected to feature prominently in upcoming electoral cycles, contributing to continued political polarization.

Correction: An earlier version of this article misstated the platform used for Trump's statement; it was Truth Social.