President Trump’s sale of nearly $200 million worth of his branded cryptocurrency coins grants access to him for high-paying purchasers, raising concerns of corruption. This “auctioning off of access,” as Senator Blumenthal stated, involves winners receiving a gala dinner and VIP reception with Trump, actions deemed unprecedented by historians. The White House denies any wrongdoing, while critics point to the lack of transparency and potential constitutional violations. This cryptocurrency venture, alongside other business dealings, raises questions about the President’s personal enrichment through his office, particularly given his refusal to release tax returns.
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Elon Musk announced a significant reduction in his political spending, stating he believes he has “done enough” to support Republican candidates. This shift follows a substantial investment exceeding $250 million aimed at aiding Donald Trump’s reelection and other Republican campaigns, including a costly, ultimately unsuccessful, Wisconsin Supreme Court race. The decreased involvement coincides with a decline in his public relationship with Trump and criticism surrounding his business ventures. While Musk leaves open the possibility of future political contributions, his current stance suggests a diminished role in upcoming elections.
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Following Bruce Springsteen’s criticism of the Trump administration, Trump called for a “major investigation” into celebrity campaign appearances for Kamala Harris, alleging illegal in-kind contributions. This centers on payments made to the production companies of Springsteen, Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, and Bono, raising questions about FEC interpretations of campaign event performances. While some payments are documented, claims of exorbitant personal payments to the performers are unsubstantiated, with some celebrities denying receiving personal compensation. The FEC has yet to respond to Trump’s call for an investigation.
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The post alleges that Kamala Harris illegally purchased endorsements disguised as entertainment payments, inflating her campaign appearances. This action is deemed corrupt and unlawful, exploiting systemic weaknesses. The accusations follow large payments to Beyoncé and Oprah’s production companies, totaling $1.165 million, which came under scrutiny after Harris’s electoral loss. The author contrasts this with claims of impropriety from others, notably mentioning Trump’s business dealings. Ultimately, the post calls for a Justice Department investigation.
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Following Bruce Springsteen’s critical performance at a Kamala Harris rally, President Trump launched a scathing attack, demanding an investigation into alleged illegal campaign contributions from Springsteen, Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, and Bono. Trump’s accusations stem from the celebrities’ appearances at campaign events, prompting claims of unreported payments. However, the Harris campaign clarified that while they covered production costs, no artists received direct payments for their endorsements. Despite this clarification, Trump continues to allege widespread illegality and corruption.
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Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners, solely owned by Kushner, rapidly expanded after receiving significant investments from Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, and Qatar, totaling over $3.5 billion. These investments boosted the fund’s assets under management to $4.8 billion by the end of 2024. Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s post-presidency fundraising leverages a $Trump meme coin, generating millions through exclusive events for high-value investors. Critics highlight the substantial allocation of coins to those associated with Trump, exceeding typical industry standards.
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Voters promised $100 by a Musk-affiliated political action committee are reporting they haven’t received their promised payment. The situation has sparked a wave of online commentary, ranging from outrage at the alleged broken promise to mockery of those who believed it in the first place. Many commenters express disbelief that anyone would expect payment for their vote, highlighting the perceived absurdity of the situation.
The lack of payment has been met with a mixture of anger and amusement. Some commenters argue that the voters were foolish to believe the promise, labeling them “suckers” and “idiots” for expecting payment from someone with a history of questionable business practices.… Continue reading
President Trump issued an executive memorandum ordering an investigation into ActBlue, a Democratic fundraising platform, citing allegations of unlawful campaign contributions. The memo, referencing a House Republican report, accuses ActBlue of facilitating “straw” donations and evading federal contribution limits. ActBlue vehemently denies these claims, calling the investigation a politically motivated attack on democracy and vowing legal action. The memorandum directs Attorney General Bondi to investigate and enforce relevant laws, escalating existing tensions between the Trump administration and Democratic organizations.
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Former Representative George Santos received a sentence of over seven years imprisonment and a $373,750 restitution order for his federal fraud conviction. His crimes included a campaign finance scheme, unemployment benefit theft, and false financial disclosures to the House. Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft as part of a plea agreement. This sentencing follows his expulsion from Congress due to the extensive fabrications surrounding his personal and professional background.
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Elon Musk’s America PAC removed a video of $1 million giveaway winner Ekaterina Deistler after she stated the money was partly for voting in a Wisconsin Supreme Court race. A revised video, omitting the reference to voting, was subsequently released. Experts suggest this alteration reflects attempts to avoid accusations of violating state bribery statutes, related to Musk’s substantial spending in support of a conservative Supreme Court candidate. The initial video’s removal and subsequent re-edit underscore concerns about the legality of Musk’s actions.
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