Trump Organization Launches 'Trump Mobile' and 'T1 Phone' Amid Skepticism Over U.S. Manufacturing Claims

The Trump Organization, led by Donald Trump's sons Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., announced the launch of a new mobile phone service called Trump Mobile and a smartphone named the T1 Phone, priced at $499. The company claims the phone will be "Made in the USA," but experts are skeptical due to the lack of domestic smartphone manufacturing infrastructure in the U.S. The announcement was made at Trump Tower on Monday, aligning with former President Donald Trump's push to bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S. The T1 Phone is described as a sleek, gold-colored device with 256GB storage and features like a built-in camera, inscribed with an American flag and "T1" on the back. The Trump Mobile service, dubbed "The 47 Plan," costs $47.45 per month and includes unlimited calls, texts, and data, free international calling to over 100 countries, roadside assistance, and telehealth services. The service operates as a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) using bandwidth from major carriers like T-Mobile. Experts Todd Weaver, CEO of Purism, and Max Weinbach, an analyst at Creative Strategies, expressed doubts about the feasibility of manufacturing the phone in the U.S., suggesting it resembles the China-made Revvl 7 Pro 5G by Wingtech. The Trump Organization has not clarified whether the T1 Phone will initially be built in the U.S. or abroad. The launch has raised ethical concerns, with critics questioning the use of the Trump brand for commercial gain and potential conflicts of interest. The coverage map for Trump Mobile was temporarily removed after users noticed it labeled the Gulf of Mexico, contradicting the Trump administration's preferred term, "Gulf of America." The service is powered by Liberty Mobile Wireless, a Florida-based company.

The Trump Organization, owned by former U.S. President Donald Trump, announced the launch of a new mobile service, Trump Mobile, and a $499 smartphone, the T1, set to debut in September 2025. The mobile plan, priced at $47.45 per month, includes unlimited talk, text, and data, roadside assistance, telehealth services, and free international calling to over 100 countries. The T1 smartphone features a gold-colored metal case with an American flag etching, a built-in camera, and 256GB of storage. The service and phone are part of a licensing agreement, with the Trump Organization emphasizing that they are not directly involved in the design, development, or manufacturing of the products.

The announcement was made on June 16, 2025, at Trump Tower in Manhattan by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, Executive Vice President of the Trump Organization. The brothers highlighted the venture as a move to disrupt the telecom industry and cater to underserved markets. Eric Trump stated, 'We’ve partnered with some of the greatest people in the industry to make sure that real Americans can get true value from their mobile carriers.' The $47.45 monthly fee is a nod to Donald Trump’s current and former presidential terms as the 47th and 45th U.S. president, respectively.

The smartphone requires a $100 down payment and will be available for pre-order ahead of its September release. The Trump Mobile website also displays Trump’s campaign slogan, 'Make America Great Again,' further aligning the products with his political brand. This venture follows other Trump-branded products, including watches, sneakers, and Bibles, which have been marketed during his political career. Critics have raised ethical concerns about the commercialization of the Trump name in such ventures.

The launch coincides with the 10th anniversary of Donald Trump’s first presidential campaign, underscoring the strategic timing of the announcement. The Trump sons emphasized their commitment to manufacturing the phones in America, aligning with their father’s 'America First' policy. The telecom market entry marks a significant expansion for the Trump Organization, traditionally known for its real estate holdings.