Controversial Streamer Vents About Economy After Big Financial Loss
A well-known livestreamer who has voiced strong support for former President Donald Trump is now feeling the sting of the current economyโlosing over 25% of his net worth in just two months, thanks to Trump’s recently enacted tariff policies.
Trumpโs new โLiberation Dayโ tariffs have shaken both the U.S. and global economy. Analysts say these tariffs could have long-lasting impacts, potentially reshaping key industries for years to come.
Americans across the board are already feeling the effectsโwhether itโs higher prices on Amazon, more expensive iPhones and other electronics, or delays in the release of new gaming consoles. Pretty much anything you buy could end up costing more. And if you have investments in the stock market or crypto? There’s a good chance theyโve taken a hit too.
Even billionaires havenโt been spared. Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg reportedly lost a combined $42 billion overnight after the economic plan was announced.
But itโs not just the ultra-wealthy feeling the pain. Popular and controversial streamer Adin Rossโknown for his vocal support of Trumpโrecently revealed that he’s lost 25% of his net worth amid the economic downturn.
X (formerly Twitter) user @Out5p0ken posted a pair of videos with the caption โHow it started. How itโs going,โ showing Ross praising Trump in one clip and lamenting his financial situation in the next, saying he now considers himself โpoor.โ
Ross has been a polarizing figure for years, often sparking backlash for platforming far-right figures and being banned multiple times from Twitch for violating content policies. In one memorable moment, he even gifted Trump a Tesla Cybertruck with MAGA-themed decorโan act that raised eyebrows, even among diehard Trump fans.
Now, with markets reeling from the new tariffs, Ross appears to be rethinking his position.
“I donโt know how many of you are invested in crypto or stocks, but what the f*** is going on with our country?โ he said in a recent stream. โWhy am I poor? Why is this happening? Can someone explain why weโre all losing money right now?โ
Whether Ross is simply venting or genuinely confused about the fallout from Trumpโs global economic measures, the bottom line is clear: his net worth has taken a significant hit.
Adin Ross Says Heโs โPoorโโBut Thatโs Not Quite the Full Story
Despite claiming to be โpoor,โ controversial streamer Adin Ross is far from broke. According to estimates from MoneyMade, Ross had a net worth of around $24 million in November of last year. Considering the post-election surge in Bitcoin and Tesla stock, that number likely climbed even higher shortly after.
Now, after reportedly losing 25% of his wealth due to economic shifts tied to former President Donald Trumpโs new tariff policies, Ross has seen his net worth dip to around $18 million. Sure, thatโs a $6 million dropโbut with eight figures still in the bank, calling yourself “poor” doesnโt quite add up.
Twitch Slammed After Banned Streamers Keep Getting Paid
Meanwhile, Twitch is facing backlash after it was revealed that permanently banned streamers are still receiving subscriber paymentsโand many viewers have no idea itโs happening.
Unlike YouTube, where subscribing is free, Twitch subscriptions are a monthly financial contribution. Viewers pay to support their favorite streamers, often with auto-renew enabled. Some fans even purchase long-term subs, stretching over months or years.
But hereโs the issue: according to a Dexerto investigation, some streamers who were permanently banned are still earning from these subscriptionsโdespite no longer being active on the platform. Twitch, which usually takes a 50% cut, is still profiting too.
This practice contradicts Twitchโs official monetization rules, which state:
โIf you are indefinitely suspended, you will not be able to utilize Twitch monetization tools during your suspension and existing recurring subscriptions to your channel will not renew.โ
Yet, some banned streamersโlike Tempest and xJappaโsay their subs kept auto-renewing months after their bans. Tempest even urged fans on X (formerly Twitter) to cancel their Twitch subs and follow him on YouTube instead, calling Twitchโs cut of those earnings โliterally robbing people.โ
The inconsistency is fueling outrage, especially as some viewers claim their subs were canceled after other streamers were banned. This has raised questions about how Twitch enforces its rulesโand why thereโs so much inconsistency in handling bans.
One Reddit user on r/LivestreamFail summed it up:
โTwitch doesnโt cancel subs on permabanned streamers because their ‘permanent bans’ often arenโt actually permanent. They reverse them so often, itโs become part of the business model.โ
Ford Offers Major Discount in Response to Trump’s Tariffs
While Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs continue to shake up the global market, Ford is stepping in to soften the blow for consumersโoffering savings of up to $10,000 on select new vehicles.
The tariffs have been met with resistance from across the boardโeven Trump ally Elon Musk has spoken out against them. The biggest losers so far? Everyday Americans, who are seeing prices jump on everything from Amazon orders and iPhones to new game consoles.
The auto industry is particularly hard-hit. Analysts estimate that over 50% of the U.S. car market will feel the strain due to reliance on imported componentsโespecially for electric vehicles.
To counter this, Fordโs bold discount could offer much-needed relief for car buyers, especially those looking to purchase EVs or higher-end models affected by increased production costs.
Ford Announces Shocking Price Cuts Amid Trump TariffsโHereโs What It Means for You
While most car manufacturers are raising prices in response to President Trumpโs sweeping new tariffs, Ford is flipping the scriptโrolling out major discounts that could save U.S. consumers up to $10,000 on new vehicles.
According to a report from the Daily Mail, Ford has extended its employee discount to all customers through June 2, offering unprecedented savings on a wide range of 2024 and 2025 models. While certain specialty vehicles like the Bronco Raptor, Mustang Dark Horse, and F-Series Super Duty trucks are excluded, nearly every other model is eligible for a discount.
For example, sources told the Detroit Free Press that the F-150 XLT Hybrid will drop from $65,000 to $55,000, while the Escape ST SUV will see a $3,600 cut, bringing the price to $33,000.
So how is Ford pulling this off while other automakers are jacking up prices? Simple: Ford builds most of its vehicles in the U.S.โand sources its parts domestically too. That makes the company largely immune to Trumpโs new tariffs, which heavily penalize imports.
In a new commercial titled “Committed to America”, Ford underscores its U.S.-first strategy:
โThatโs not a coincidence, itโs a commitment. And now, at this unprecedented moment in automotive history, who benefits from Fordโs commitment to America for over 120 years? You.โ
With electric trucks previously giving Ford a run for their money in terms of affordability, this bold pricing move may help tip the scales back in favor of the iconic American automaker.
Bill Gates Says His Kids Will Inherit Less Than 1% of His $107 Billion Fortune
Despite being one of the richest people on the planet, Bill Gates says his children wonโt inherit more than 1% of his $107 billion net worthโand heโs not apologizing for it.
On the Figuring Out With Raj Shamani podcast, Gates explained that while heโs ensured his children had a great education and upbringing, he wants them to carve out their own path:
โItโs not a dynasty. Iโm not asking them to run Microsoft. I want to give them a chance to have their own earnings and success.โ
Even a tiny slice of his fortune still makes Gates’ kids incredibly wealthyโbut the Microsoft co-founder emphasized that heโs committed to giving most of his money to charitable causes through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
โYou donโt want your kids to ever be confused about your support and your love for them. But the highest calling for these resources is to go back to the neediest.โ
Gates isnโt the only billionaire taking this stance. Laurene Powell Jobs, widow of Steve Jobs, also revealed that her children wonโt inherit the Apple founderโs fortune:
โI inherited my wealth from my husband, who didnโt care about the accumulation of wealth… If I live long enough, it ends with me.โ
Experts Warn Trumpโs Tariffs Could Derail Americaโs Space Industry
As Trumpโs new global tariff plan starts to take effect, experts are warning that the U.S. space industry could face severe consequencesโincluding production delays, soaring costs, and disrupted supply chains.
The sweeping tariffs donโt just hit consumer goods. They also affect the steel, aluminum, and specialized technology used to build spacecraft, satellites, and other aerospace equipment. And since much of these materials come from China and Europe, the added costs could cripple U.S. space projects.
One big concern? Key components for projects like the new commercial space station come from European companies like Thales Alenia Spaceโand tariffs now make those parts dramatically more expensive.
While some hope this will push U.S. space companies to bring production in-house, that shift wonโt happen overnight. The industry faces a long, expensive, and uncertain road if it has to restructure its entire supply chain.
Even Elon Musk, who originally supported Trump, has called for a โfree trade zoneโ between the U.S. and Europe. And while Ford may be benefiting from domestic production, Muskโs SpaceXโwith its global supply tiesโmay soon feel the full weight of these policies.
โItโll take years to implement changes to deal with these tariffs,โ one aerospace analyst warned. โThatโs years of lost time and billions in extra costs.โ
