Treasury Department bars ESG funds from Trump Accounts, citing 'political activism' concerns — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/treasury-department-bars-esg-funds-from-trump-accounts-citing-political-activism-concernsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Treasury Department Bars ESG Funds from Trump Accountshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/treasury-department-bars-esg-funds-from-trump-accounts-citing-political-activism-concernshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/treasury-department-bars-esg-funds-from-trump-accounts-citing-political-activism-concerns#u45842Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:25:28 +0000The US Treasury Department has banned ESG funds from Trump Accounts, citing concerns over 'political activism'. The move aims to focus on low-cost, broad market investments for kids. This decision is part of the Treasury's proposal for low-cost investment rules for Trump Accounts. The ban on ESG funds is intended to ensure that investments are not influenced by political considerations.Why it mattersThe Trump Account program, also known as the 'Trump Account' or 'Kids' investment accounts, is an initiative to provide investment opportunities for children. The