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Trump Pushes Legal Limits with Aggressive Fundraising Tactics

Former President Trump links large donation requests to policy promises, raising campaign finance concerns.

President Donald Trump at a rally on May 1, 2024 in Freeland, Mich.
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Overview

  • Trump demands up to $25 million from wealthy donors, promising tax cuts and policy favors.
  • Legal experts suggest Trump's approach may violate federal campaign finance laws.
  • Trump warns donors of significant tax increases if Biden wins re-election.
  • Oil executives were asked to raise $1 billion in exchange for regulatory rollbacks.
  • Some industry groups may resist Trump's environmental policy changes despite his promises.