Fundraising

Trump Administration Initiates DOJ Probe into Democratic Fundraising Platform ActBlue

2025-04-24 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 8/10

The Trump administration ordered the Department of Justice to investigate ActBlue, alleging potential illegal fundraising practices including straw donor and foreign contribution concerns. Key allegations include 237 donations from foreign IP addresses during the 2024 election cycle and claims of …

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Trump Raised $239 Million for Inauguration, More Than Doubling Previous Record

2025-04-21 00:00:00 +0000 UTC | Importance: 8/10

President Trump’s 2025 inaugural committee raised a record $239 million, which is more than double the $109 million raised in 2017. The fundraising total includes $161.1 million from corporations, with 104 companies donating $1 million or more. Top donors included Pilgrim’s Pride ($5 …

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