Trump has created a slush fund of taxpayer money to give to his friends | Moira Donegan
Donald Trump has established a fund that allows him to distribute nearly $1.8 billion in taxpayer money to his allies. This fund, known as the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund', has raised concerns about self-dealing and lack of transparency. Critics argue that this represents a significant misuse of government resources for personal gain.
- ▪Trump is accused of misappropriating almost $2 billion in taxpayer money for his friends.
- ▪The fund will be administered by commissioners appointed by Trump's attorney general, giving Trump ultimate control.
- ▪There are no requirements for public disclosure regarding the fund's activities, raising transparency concerns.
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‘Perhaps the Trump administration’s widespread self-dealing has simply evaded notice because it is so brazen and unconcealed.’ Photograph: Jacquelyn Martin/APView image in fullscreen‘Perhaps the Trump administration’s widespread self-dealing has simply evaded notice because it is so brazen and unconcealed.’ Photograph: Jacquelyn Martin/APOpinionDonald TrumpTrump has created a slush fund of taxpayer money to give to his friendsMoira DoneganThe ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ is an extraordinary example of bald self-dealingThu 21 May 2026 08.00 EDTLast modified on Thu 21 May 2026 08.10 EDTShareDonald Trump is stealing almost $2bn in taxpayer money and handing it out to his friends.
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