Donald Trump Renews Promise to Investigate George Soros and His Family, Suggests Possible RICO Case Over Protest Agitations
Former President Donald Trump has once again placed George Soros at the center of political debate, vowing to investigate the billionaire philanthropist and his family for what he claims could be racketeering activity tied to protests across the country. Appearing on “Fox & Friends,” Trump delivered one of his most direct statements yet, asserting that his administration, should he return to the White House, would pursue what he called a “RICO case” against Soros and others. The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, better known as RICO, is a federal law created decades ago to combat organized crime. For Trump, it is now the framework he believes could be used to hold Soros accountable.
“We’re going to look into Soros,” Trump said during the interview. “Because I think it’s a RICO case against him and other people.” He went further, describing the unrest that has gripped parts of the United States not simply as protest but as something more orchestrated and dangerous. “Because this is more than like protests,” Trump explained. “This is real agitation. This is riots on the street. And we’re going to look into it.”
Trump’s comments are not the first time Soros has been drawn into political storms. For years, the billionaire has been a target of criticism from conservatives who see his extensive philanthropy and political donations as direct interference in American politics. Soros, through his Open Society Foundations, has contributed billions of dollars worldwide to causes such as human rights, democracy initiatives, and progressive political movements. Supporters argue that his charitable work strengthens democracy and gives a voice to marginalized groups, while critics accuse him of using his fortune to tilt politics in ways that destabilize societies.
What makes this latest vow stand out is Trump’s insistence on framing it as a legal matter rather than a political disagreement. By suggesting a RICO investigation, Trump is raising the stakes significantly, implying that Soros and his family could face charges normally reserved for criminal organizations. Whether such an investigation could ever hold legal weight remains deeply uncertain, as Soros has not been charged with any crime and his foundations operate openly under U.S. law. Still, Trump’s remarks reflect a political strategy that has long energized his supporters: positioning himself as a leader willing to take on powerful figures whom many view as untouchable.
The reaction to Trump’s statement has been predictably divided. His supporters hailed the comments as overdue accountability, pointing to years of frustration with Soros’s influence in progressive causes. To them, Trump is voicing the anger they feel about what they see as elite meddling in everyday American life. On the other side, critics argue that this is yet another example of Trump using his platform to single out individuals for political gain, warning that framing Soros as a criminal without evidence fuels misinformation and intensifies division.
Regardless of where one stands, the statement underscores Trump’s ability to dominate the political conversation. Even without holding office, he continues to make headlines that ripple across newsrooms and social media, sparking debates that cut across ideology. His mention of Soros touches on longstanding narratives about wealth, power, and influence in democracy. It raises larger questions about the intersection of philanthropy and politics, and whether billionaires, regardless of ideology, should hold such sway over public life.
As the 2024 election cycle unfolds, Trump’s renewed focus on Soros is a reminder of the themes he is likely to return to—portraying himself as the fighter against entrenched elites, promising to use the tools of government to challenge those he views as threats to America’s stability. Whether or not an investigation into Soros ever takes place, the rhetoric itself is enough to ensure the billionaire’s name will remain a flashpoint in American political discourse.
