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Trump Stops Taxpayers from Funding Ads
Trump says taxpayer money will no longer fund his TV ads, shifting costs to his super PAC.
In brief
Trump says taxpayer money will no longer fund his TV ads, shifting costs to his super PAC. Trump will pay for his TV ads using his MAGA Inc. super PAC funds instead of taxpayer money. Originally reported by Dw.
Trump's TV Ads
Trump said taxpayer funds will no longer be used for TV ads featuring him.
“This is a rather standard thing to do but, rather than doing that, although nothing will make them happy, I have decided to do the Patriotic Ads, among others, and pay for them myself, and with money I raised for MAGA”
Cost Shift to MAGA Inc
Trump will pay for the ads using his MAGA Inc. super PAC, which has over $400 million.
“MAGA Inc. had a war chest of more than $400 million by the end of July.”
Ads Promote Policies
The ads warn of a 'final battle' against globalists and communism.
“They end with a disclaimer saying they were paid for by the US government.”
Critics Question Ads
Lawmakers and ethics experts say the ads may violate government propaganda rules.
“Democrats have said the administration transferred $20 million from the Department of Homeland Security to fund the ads and have called for independent investigations.”
Taxpayer Reimbursement
Trump has not said whether taxpayers will be reimbursed for already aired ads.
The headline
Trump will pay for his TV ads using his MAGA Inc. super PAC funds instead of taxpayer money.
