A new private club in Washington, D.C., backed by prominent figures in Trumpworld, including Donald Trump Jr., has surfaced with undisclosed ties to Sean LoJacono, a former Metropolitan Police Department officer embroiled in a highly publicized brutality case. Corporate filings reveal LoJacono is listed as a “beneficial owner” of the club’s operating entities, raising questions about his involvement and the vetting process for members of this exclusive circle.
The Exclusive Circle
The Executive Branch, launched in early 2025, quickly attracted attention for its high-profile co-owners: Donald Trump Jr., tech investor David Sacks, crypto billionaires Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, and others. Membership fees reportedly reach $500,000, positioning the club as a magnet for the ultra-wealthy and politically connected. Yet, behind the scenes, LoJacono’s presence in the ownership structure has remained unreported until now.
Brutality Allegations
LoJacono’s past is marred by allegations of excessive force. In 2017, a viral video showed LoJacono conducting an aggressive search of a civilian, M.B. Cottingham, during a routine stop-and-frisk. Cottingham filed a lawsuit alleging LoJacono “jammed his fingers between… buttocks and grabbed his genitals.” The District of Columbia settled the case in 2018 for an undisclosed amount.
Despite an internal affairs investigation that found no grounds for dismissal, LoJacono’s actions prompted public outcry and an ACLU lawsuit. He ultimately appealed his dismissal and, in late 2023, won his job back through arbitration. Instead of returning to policing, LoJacono now holds the position of “Director of Security and Facilities Management” at the Executive Branch.
Ownership Structure
Corporate filings reviewed by WIRED show LoJacono listed as a “beneficial owner” of Executive Branch LLC and related entities. Legal experts clarify that a beneficial owner must have significant control over the company, even if not holding a majority stake. The paperwork identifies Glenn Gilmore, a frequent business associate of David Sacks, as the company’s “organizer,” while omitting Trump Jr. and other listed co-owners.
The Bigger Picture
The Executive Branch’s ties to LoJacono add another layer of controversy to an already exclusive and politically charged environment. It raises questions about the standards for association within Trumpworld, where controversial figures can find positions of influence without public scrutiny. The club’s silence on LoJacono’s involvement underscores the opacity of its operations and the willingness to overlook past misconduct in favor of loyalty or financial gain.
This case mirrors similar instances where MAGA-aligned figures have embraced individuals with checkered backgrounds, such as Daniel Penny, the ex-Marine who fatally choked a subway passenger and was later hired by Andreessen Horowitz. The pattern suggests a willingness to prioritize political alignment over ethical considerations.
The Executive Branch, Trump Jr., LoJacono, Gilmore, and Sacks did not respond to requests for comment. Their silence speaks volumes about the deliberate obscurity surrounding the club’s inner workings and the lengths to which its members will go to protect their interests.
