From Mother Jones · Russ Choma · · 1m
Trump Funds Ads Under Law
Trump’s ads violate federal law by using tax money for political propaganda.
In brief
Trump’s ads violate federal law by using tax money for political propaganda. Trump’s government-funded ads violate federal law by using tax money for political propaganda. Originally reported by Mother Jones.
Trump Promises Tax Money Stop
Trump promised to stop using taxpayer money for campaign-style ads before midterms.
DNC Files Lawsuit
The Democratic National Committee sued the Trump administration to stop government-funded political ads.
Ads Violate Federal Law
The ads violate federal law by using tax money for political propaganda.
Ads Funded by DHS
The ads were funded by a $20 million appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security.
Ads Target Base
The ads offer promises to protect from communism and border wall construction.
Trump Wavers on Funding
Trump initially called ads public service but later said his super-PAC would fund future ads.
Congress Oversight Needed
Congress must ensure tax dollars aren't used for political propaganda.
The main idea
Trump’s government-funded ads violate federal law by using tax money for political propaganda.
