Trump Accuses Major Banks of Politically Motivated 'Debanking' at Davos
At the World Economic Forum, Trump criticized Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase for allegedly denying services to conservatives, a claim the banks deny.
- Former President Donald Trump called out Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase at the World Economic Forum, alleging they have denied financial services to conservatives.
- Both banks have denied the accusations, stating they do not close accounts for political reasons and comply with federal regulations on account closures.
- Trump’s remarks have reignited conservative concerns over 'debanking,' a practice critics say targets individuals and organizations based on political or religious affiliations.
- Republican attorneys general and lawmakers have previously raised concerns about alleged politically motivated account closures, demanding transparency from financial institutions.
- Banking leaders, including JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon, have cited federal regulations and potential penalties as factors influencing account closure decisions, while calling for clearer regulatory guidelines.