Dan Scavino Disclosed $1M to $5M in 2025 Stock Gains
The federal financial disclosure details capital gains and assets held by the White House official.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Investing
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Dan Scavino earned between $1 million and $5 million in capital gains during 2025 from his holdings in Trump Media & Technology Group stock. The Office of Government Ethics released the disclosure this month after certifying it for legal compliance.
Why it matters
Federal law mandates that high-ranking executive branch employees file these disclosures to provide transparency regarding their personal assets and potential financial interests.
The disclosure lists between $1 million and $5 million in capital gains from Trump Media & Technology Group stock. Additionally, Scavino reported holding between $850,000 and $1.75 million in Vanguard exchange-traded funds.
The players
Dan Scavino
A high-ranking executive branch employee required to file annual financial disclosures.
Office of Government Ethics
A federal agency that sets policy and provides oversight for executive branch financial disclosures.
Megan Granahan
An agency official who concurred with the certification of the financial disclosure.
Trump Media & Technology Group
A media company whose stock performance is reported in personal financial filings.
Vanguard
An investment management company providing exchange-traded funds often held in personal portfolios.
The details
Scavino acquired the Trump Media & Technology Group shares before his entry into the presidential administration. The filing process requires officials to document capital gains and asset valuations to ensure compliance with federal conflict-of-interest laws. The Office of Government Ethics and agency officials reviewed the document to verify that all reported holdings adhere to current regulatory standards for public servants.
Timeline
2017: Office of Special Counsel ruled Scavino violated the Hatch Act.
2022: Department of Justice declined to file contempt of Congress charges against Scavino.
2025: Scavino earned capital gains from Trump Media stock.
October 1, 2026: Agency official concurred with the financial disclosure certification.
October 2026: Office of Government Ethics released the disclosure document.
Money Landscape
Federal financial disclosures are a cornerstone of the transparency requirements for executive branch officials under government ethics laws. This release updates the public record regarding the personal balance sheet and investment activity of a high-ranking official.
While these disclosures concern government officials, they serve as a reminder for households to review their own capital gains and portfolio diversification annually. Consult a qualified tax professional to understand how your specific investment gains impact your tax liability.
The takeaway
Transparency in asset reporting provides the public insight into the financial holdings of government leaders. Readers should maintain clear records of their own capital gains and asset acquisitions to simplify the reporting process when filing annual taxes.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Washington Sun.
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