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Trump Advisers Give Fees Earned for Aiding Pro-Russian Government to His Library Original
Two of President Trump’s top political operatives donated the fees they earned for advising a pro-Russian Balkan government to his presidential library fund. James Blair and Chris LaCivita confirmed in social media posts on Thursday that they made the donations. The revelation came more than two weeks after their work for Republika Srpska had provoked Mr. Trump’s ire. “I love the President and am eternally grateful for the opportunities he has provided me,” Mr. Blair wrote in a post.
More Trump Allies Aided Pro-Russian Balkan Government Original
More Trump Allies Aided Pro-Russian Balkan Government The daughter of the president’s chief of staff joined an American businessman in Republika Srpska as he explored a gas pipeline. And six current and former campaign advisers recently traveled there for an election.
Trump Distances Himself Before Midterms From His Political Advisers’ Work Overseas
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Trump Distances Himself Before Midterms From His Political Advisers’ Work Overseas President Trump wrote on social media that the advisers, James Blair and Chris LaCivita, serve as “outside consultants” for his political operation. James Blair, left, and Chris LaCivita, right, help lead MAGA Inc., a Trump-backed super PAC.
Amid Midterm Crunch, Trump Advisers Took Time to Help Russia-Aligned Government Original
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Amid Midterm Crunch, Trump Advisers Took Time to Help Russia-Aligned Government James Blair and Chris LaCivita, who are leading the president’s congressional campaign operation, traveled to Republika Srpska to provide election advice.
Trump’s latest clemency grants benefit drug offenders, union boss
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump issued 30 clemency grants on Thursday, including to a drug dealer-turned-business executive, a longtime Philadelphia union boss convicted of bribery and a former Navy sailor imprisoned for firearms offenses. The clemency grants were confirmed by White House officials and representatives for the recipients.
Trump’s latest clemency grants benefit drug offenders, union boss
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump issued 30 clemency grants on Thursday, including to a drug dealer-turned-business executive, a longtime Philadelphia union boss convicted of bribery and a former Navy sailor imprisoned for firearms offenses. The clemency grants were confirmed by White House officials and representatives for the recipients.
Trump’s Latest Clemency Grants Benefit Drug Offenders, Union Boss
Trump’s Latest Clemency Grants Benefit Drug Offenders, Union Boss The president issued pardons or commutations to 30 people on Thursday, continuing his unorthodox and unpredictable use of clemency power. President Trump issued a clemency grant on Thursday to Emory Clash Jones, an executive who served a decade in prison for selling crack.Credit...Noam Galai/Getty Images for Tribeca Festiva Kenneth P. Vogel has investigated the use of clemency by President Trump and former President Joseph R.
Prison firm donated to Trump’s PAC after ICE gave it $165M a year in contracts
WASHINGTON — A private prison company donated more than $1.4 million to President Donald Trump’s political operation last month after his administration awarded contracts that could pay the company $165 million a year to house immigrants awaiting deportation. The donations from a subsidiary of the GEO Group were disclosed in a campaign finance report filed by MAGA Inc., a super political action committee run by Trump’s allies.
Prison Firm Donated to Trump’s PAC After ICE Gave It $165 Million a Year in Contracts
0:20 6 hours ago MAGA Inc.’s War Chest Climbs to $404 Million After Zero Spending YouTube • 6h President Donald Trump’s super PAC war chest grew to nearly $404 million after getting $3 million in donations and interest payments in July. #trump #news #usa #politics MAGA Inc.’s total cash-on-hand is the most among federal fundraising committees, built on donations from billionaires including Miriam Adelson, Jeff Yass and Marc Andreessen. MAGA Inc.
Prison Firm Donated to Trump’s PAC After ICE Gave It $165 Million a Year in Contracts
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. Prison Firm Donated to Trump’s PAC After ICE Gave It $165 Million a Year in Contracts The GEO Group has profited from the administration’s mass deportation campaign. A subsidiary donated more than $1.4 million to the president’s super PAC last month.
Trump Seeks a Boost for Hemp That Would Benefit a Top Aide’s Family
Technology 8 hours ago White House Whipsaws Silicon Valley (and Itself) Over A.I. Rules The New York Times - David McCabe, Mike Isaac, Ana Swanson, Kate Conger • 8h The Trump administration has struggled with how to approach “open source” models, which are freely available to download and favored by Chinese companies. Trump administration officials have struggled over the past few weeks with what to do about artificial intelligence.
Trump Seeks a Boost for Hemp That Would Benefit a Top Aide’s Family Original
The White House is lobbying Congress for a reprieve from a ban it approved last year on potent intoxicating hemp products, seeking a delay whose beneficiaries would include the son-in-law of Susie Wiles, President Trump’s chief of staff. Under pressure from the administration, senators tucked the delay into a stopgap spending measure they are working to pass this week in an effort to head off a government shutdown at the end of September.
Trump Seeks a Boost for Hemp That Would Benefit a Top Aide's Family
WASHINGTON -- The White House is lobbying Congress for a reprieve from a ban it approved last year on potent intoxicating hemp products, seeking a delay whose beneficiaries would include the son-in-law of Susie Wiles, President Donald Trump's chief of staff. Under pressure from the administration, senators tucked the delay into a stopgap spending measure they are working to pass this week in an effort to head off a government shutdown at the end of September.
Trump Seeks a Boost for Hemp That Would Benefit a Top Aide's Family
WASHINGTON -- The White House is lobbying Congress for a reprieve from a ban it approved last year on potent intoxicating hemp products, seeking a delay whose beneficiaries would include the son-in-law of Susie Wiles, President Donald Trump's chief of staff. Under pressure from the administration, senators tucked the delay into a stopgap spending measure they are working to pass this week in an effort to head off a government shutdown at the end of September.
Trump rejected nearly 6,000 clemency applications amid hope of pardon wave
President Donald Trump quietly denied nearly 6,000 clemency applications this month from people who mostly lacked political connections and had waited patiently in a queue while he awarded pardons and commutations to allies who had skipped the line. The denials came after his administration had raised hopes that he might mark the country’s semiquincentennial by granting clemency to as many as 250 people. That raft of clemency grants did not materialize.
Senator Presses for Scrutiny of Blanche’s Role in Spiking Clemency Inquiry
Senator Presses for Scrutiny of Blanche’s Role in Spiking Clemency Inquiry During his confirmation hearing, the acting attorney general refused to discuss the termination of an investigation into a commutation issued by President Trump. Todd Blanche, the acting attorney general, during a Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday.Credit...Kenny Holston/The New York Times Kenneth P. Vogel has reported on President Trump’s unorthodox use of clemency.
Trump Pardons Violators of the Clean Air Act and a Major Donor
Trump Pardons Violators of the Clean Air Act and a Major Donor The president used his clemency power to further undermine environmental laws and to help a political supporter who pleaded guilty in a fraud involving Jack Abramoff.
Trump Pardons Violators of the Clean Air Act and a Major Donor Original
The White House announced on Friday that President Trump had issued pardons to 11 men, most of whom had been convicted of crimes related to the Clean Air Act, a bedrock environmental law. The president also pardoned Adam Kidan, a major donor to Republicans, including Mr. Trump. He had served about two and a half years in prison for his role in a fraud scheme involving the disgraced former lobbyist Jack Abramoff.
Trump Administration Delivers Lucrative Win for Its Kratom Allies
The Drug Enforcement Administration took steps Wednesday to temporarily ban supplements containing a synthetic version of kratom, a plan that had been sought by makers of a rival product with strong ties to the Trump administration. The agency said it plans to classify an addictive psychoactive compound called 7-hydroxymitragynine, or 7-OH, in the same category as heroin and LSD -- drugs that are illegal to buy or sell.
Trump Administration Delivers Lucrative Win for Its Kratom Allies
Trump Administration Delivers Lucrative Win for Its Kratom Allies In moving to ban a potent synthetic version of kratom, the president’s team paved the way for more sales for makers of rival botanic supplements, who had aggressively lobbied for the change.
Trump Administration Shuttered a Criminal Probe Into Fraudster’s Clemency
President Trump’s political appointees quashed an early-stage criminal investigation into the circumstances surrounding his clemency grant to a convicted fraudster, according to five people with knowledge of the events. The clemency grant freed Mr. Gentile last November less than two weeks into a seven-year prison sentence, and wiped away the possibility of forfeiting more than $15.5 million to the government.
Trump Administration Shuttered a Criminal Probe Into Fraudster’s Clemency
Conservative View 11 hours ago Former Olympian among those charged with vandalizing Reflecting Pool, Trump vows immediate repairs: report Fox News - Alexandra Koch • 11h Multiple people have been arrested this weekend after allegedly vandalizing the newly refurbished Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, prompting a strong response from President Donald Trump and an increase in security at the site. Journalist Emily Miller posted a two-minute video on X Friday showing a …
Trump Administration Shuttered a Criminal Probe Into Fraudster's Clemency
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump's political appointees quashed an early-stage criminal investigation into the circumstances surrounding his clemency grant to a convicted fraudster, according to five people with knowledge of the events.
How an addictive gas station drug found allies in Trump’s cabinet
For years, federal health officials have warned about the risks associated with a supplement derived from the leaves of kratom trees that adherents say can kill pain or boost energy. Sold in gas stations across America, kratom has been linked to liver toxicity, seizures and thousands of deaths. Powerful figures close to President Donald Trump, including Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, pushed to downplay those concerns.
How the Kratom Industry Won Friends in the Trump Administration How the Kratom Industry Won Friends in the Trump Administration
new video loaded: How the Kratom Industry Won Friends in the Trump Administration How the Kratom Industry Won Friends in the Trump AdministrationHow the Kratom Industry Won Friends in the Trump Administration A sprawling influence campaign to promote a risky drug called kratom has gained allies among top Trump administration officials. Our investigative reporter Kenneth P. Vogel explains. By Kenneth P.
How an Addictive Gas Station Drug Found Allies in Trump’s Cabinet
You have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load. For years, federal health officials have warned about the risks associated with a supplement derived from the leaves of kratom trees that adherents say can kill pain or boost energy. Sold in gas stations across America, kratom has been linked to liver toxicity, seizures and thousands of deaths.
A $5 million donation from Big Tobacco preceded FDA vape decision
The tobacco company Reynolds American donated $5 million to a super PAC backed by President Donald Trump last month, about one week before his administration rolled out a new policy that could prove lucrative to the tobacco industry. The donation, which came through a Reynolds subsidiary and brings to $8 million the total donated by the subsidiary to MAGA Inc., the Trump-backed super political action committee, was revealed in a campaign finance report filed Wednesday night.
A $5 Million Donation From Big Tobacco Preceded FDA Vape Decision
The tobacco company Reynolds American donated $5 million to a super PAC backed by President Donald Trump last month, about one week before his administration rolled out a new policy that could prove lucrative to the tobacco industry. The donation, which came through a Reynolds subsidiary and brings to $8 million the total donated by the subsidiary to MAGA Inc., the Trump-backed super political action committee, was revealed in a campaign finance report filed Wednesday night.
A $5 Million Donation From Big Tobacco Preceded F.D.A. Vape Decision
A $5 Million Donation From Big Tobacco Preceded F.D.A. Vape Decision Reynolds American’s contribution to MAGA Inc. came about one week before the Trump administration announced a new policy on e-cigarettes the company had sought. The F.D.A. has issued new guidance that could pave the way for major tobacco companies including Reynolds American to begin selling flavored vapes.Credit...Stephanie Keith/Getty Images Kenneth P.
With a Friend in Trump, the Tobacco Industry Secures a Lucrative Win
With a Friend in Trump, the Tobacco Industry Secures a Lucrative Win In a dispute over vapes, the president sided with tobacco companies that filled his groups’ coffers over his own F.D.A. commissioner, who resigned in protest. The F.D.A. issued new guidance that could pave the way for major tobacco companies to begin selling flavored vapes less than a week after industry executives met with President Trump.Credit...Getty Images Christina Jewett and Kenneth P.
With a Friend in Trump, the Tobacco Industry Secures a Lucrative Win
WASHINGTON -- Over lunch at his golf club in Jupiter, Florida, on the first Saturday of May, President Donald Trump got an earful from a group of tobacco executives and lobbyists unhappy with the way the Food and Drug Administration was regulating their industry. Eventually Trump had heard enough. He interrupted the conversation to call Dr. Marty Makary, the FDA commissioner. No answer. Furious, the president then dialed Makary's boss, Health Secretary Robert F.
With a Friend in Trump, the Tobacco Industry Secures a Lucrative Win
With a Friend in Trump, the Tobacco Industry Secures a Lucrative Win In a dispute over vapes, the president sided with tobacco companies that filled his groups’ coffers over his own F.D.A. commissioner, who resigned in protest. Over lunch at his golf club in Jupiter, Fla., on the first Saturday of May, President Trump got an earful from a group of tobacco executives …
With a Friend in Trump, the Tobacco Industry Secures a Lucrative Win
With a Friend in Trump, the Tobacco Industry Secures a Lucrative Win In a dispute over vapes, the president sided with tobacco companies that filled his groups’ coffers over his own F.D.A. commissioner, who resigned in protest. The F.D.A. issued new guidance that could pave the way for major tobacco companies to begin selling flavored vapes less than a week after industry executives met with President Trump.Credit...Getty Images Christina Jewett and Kenneth P.
With a Friend in Trump, the Tobacco Industry Secures a Lucrative Win
Over lunch at his golf club in Jupiter, Fla., on the first Saturday of May, President Trump got an earful from a group of tobacco executives and lobbyists unhappy with the way the Food and Drug Administration was regulating their industry. Eventually Mr. Trump had heard enough. He interrupted the conversation to call Dr. Marty Makary, the F.D.A. commissioner. Furious, the president then dialed Dr. Makary’s boss, Health Secretary Robert F.
Todd Blanche Targets Trump’s Enemies Amid Jockeying to Lead Justice Dept.
Todd Blanche, the acting attorney general, is doing what he can, as quickly as he can, to shed the “acting” label. Mr. Blanche, who ran the day-to-day operations of the Justice Department as the top deputy to his predecessor, Pam Bondi, before her unceremonious ouster this month, has long been a target of pro-Trump influencers who accuse him of slow-walking the prosecutions of President Trump’s enemies.
Todd Blanche Targets Trump's Enemies Amid Jockeying to Lead Justice Dept.
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Todd Blanche Targets Trump's Enemies Amid Jockeying to Lead Justice Dept.
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Conservative Lobbyist Hired Man to Violently Extort Client, U.S. Says
A conservative lawyer and lobbyist has been indicted on extortion and stalking charges that appear connected to a client who was pardoned by President Donald Trump. kAmy@D9 }2DD[ H9@ H2D 2CC6DE65 3J uqx 286?ED :? |2?92EE2? =2DE >@?E9[ 7246D 492C86D @7 6IE@CE:@? 2?5 4J36CDE2=<:?8 :? 2 D:I\4@F?E :?5:4E>6?E F?D62=65 @? %9FCD52J :? &]$] s:DEC:4E r@FCE :? qC@@<=J?]k^Am kAm}2DD[ 244@C5:?8 E@ 7656C2= AC@D64FE@CD :? E96 t2DE6C? s:DEC:4E @7 }6H *@C<[ 9:C65 2 >2?
Conservative Lobbyist Hired Man to Violently Extort Client, U.S. Says Original
A conservative lawyer and lobbyist has been indicted on extortion and stalking charges that appear connected to a client who was pardoned by President Donald J. Trump. Josh Nass, who was arrested by F.B.I. agents in Manhattan last month, faces charges of extortion and cyberstalking in a six-count indictment unsealed on Thursday in Federal District Court in Brooklyn.
Sports Betting Industry Spends $41 Million to Influence Elections Original
Sports Betting Industry Spends $41 Million to Influence Elections With a well-funded super PAC, the betting platforms DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics are aiming to shape future regulation of their rapidly growing industry. FanDuel is joining DraftKings and Fanatics in funding a new group, Win for America, that is expected to play a role in state legislative races. Credit...Aaron M.
Sports Betting Industry Spends $41 Million to Influence Elections
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Alexander Brothers Are Said to Seek Trump Pardons for Sex Trafficking
Zaha Hadid Architects Could Soon Be Renamed—and Everything Else You Need to Know About This Week Two real estate stars and their brother are convicted of sex trafficking, whimsical home decor brand cofounder Victoria MacKenzie-Childs dies at 77, and more. A London appeals court ruled in favor of Zaha Hadid Architects in its dispute with the Zaha Hadid Foundation. The decision allows the …
Alexander Brothers Are Said to Seek Trump Pardons for Sex Trafficking Original
Three brothers convicted of a decades-long sex-trafficking conspiracy this month in New York have been exploring avenues to seek pardons from President Trump, according to three people familiar with their efforts. Those efforts have included outreach to a lobbyist and an influential Jewish group that have been involved in clemency pushes, the people said, asking not to be named because of the sensitive nature of the discussions.
Alexander Brothers Are Said to Seek Trump Pardons for Sex Trafficking
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Lobbyist Who Helped a Client Pursue a Pardon is Arrested on an Extortion Charge Original
Josh Nass, a lawyer and lobbyist with connections in President Trump’s orbit, was arrested by F.B.I. agents on Friday afternoon in Manhattan and charged with attempted extortion, according to court papers.
Lobbyist Arrested in Extortion Attempt of Client Who Received a Trump Pardon
Josh Nass, a conservative lawyer and lobbyist, appeared in federal court in New York City on Saturday to face accusations of attempted extortion that appeared related to a client who was pardoned by President Donald Trump. kAmy@D6A9 }@46==2 yC][ E96 &]$] 2EE@C?6J 7@C E96 t2DE6C? s:DEC:4E @7 }6H *@C<[ 244FD65 }2DD @7 92G:?8 QA=@EE65 E96 G:@=6?E 6IE@CE:@? @7 @?6 @7 9:D @H? 4=:6?EDQ :? 2 DE2E6>6?E :DDF65 $2EFC52J >@C?:?8]k^Am kAm}2DD 925 366? A2:5 S`__[___ 3J E96 4=:6?E 3FE H2D @H65 2?
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