Timothy Mellon

Billionaire Timothy Mellon's $130M Military Donation During Shutdown Raises Oligarchy Concerns

2025-10-23 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 9/10

The Department of War accepted a $130 million anonymous donation from billionaire Timothy Mellon on October 23, 2025, to help pay U.S. service members during the government shutdown. Trump announced the donation at the White House, describing Mellon as a ‘great patriot’ and ‘friend …

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Billionaire Timothy Mellon Donates $130 Million to Pay Troops During Shutdown

2025-10-23 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 9/10

Reclusive billionaire Timothy Mellon donated $130 million to the Pentagon to help pay military salaries during the Trump administration’s government shutdown. The donation, accepted under the Pentagon’s gift authority, raises serious legal concerns about violating the Antideficiency Act, …

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