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Alex Padilla: Now these tax dollars are set to go to whomever President Trump pleases; there are no limitations on individuals…

On the recordJune 2, 2026
Now these tax dollars are set to go to whomever President Trump pleases; there are no limitations on individuals affiliated with the President receiving payments from the Fund.
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Alex Padilla
Democratic · California

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Senator Padilla on Trump's slush fund

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