Self-dealing

Trump Funnels Donor Money to His Businesses Again

Donald Trump is utilizing his presidency to financially benefit himself, directing campaign funds towards his own businesses. In the ten months since retaking office, the Republican National Committee and MAGA Inc. have spent over $857,000 at Trump’s properties. These expenditures are a part of a larger pattern where various GOP committees and candidates direct funds towards Trump’s businesses. He is also raising substantial sums for his political committees, including $28.1 million for a leadership PAC and $176.9 million for a super PAC.

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Trump Brags About $100 Million Taxpayer-Funded Ballroom Scheme

Addressing a crowded room, Trump claimed he proposed constructing a $100 million White House ballroom, mirroring Mar-a-Lago’s grandeur, but received no response from the Biden administration. He humorously suggested self-approving the project, despite his history of charging the government significant sums. While asserting the ballroom would be self-funded, his past financial dealings raise questions about the project’s true cost. Ultimately, the proposal remains unconfirmed.

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