Trump Stands by Adviser Amid Pay-to-Play Allegations and Investigation
TL;DR
Donald Trump has defended his adviser Boris Epshteyn against accusations of a pay-to-play scheme, where Epshteyn allegedly asked potential administration nominees for consulting fees in exchange for lobbying. Despite an internal review suggesting misconduct, Trump remains supportive, viewing the ouster attempt as an attack on his team. Epshteyn's role in helping Trump navigate legal challenges has solidified his position, and Trump's irritation with media coverage has further strengthened Epshteyn's standing. Legal experts doubt the likelihood of prosecution under current federal statutes.
- Trump backs adviser accused of pay-to-play scheme as ouster attempt backfires The Guardian US
- GASP! A Trump Hanger-On May Have Acted in His Own Financial Interest Rather Than in the Public’s. Slate
- Trump Transition: Why is aide Boris Epshteyn under investigation? BBC.com
- Top Trump Aide Accused of Asking for Money to ‘Promote’ Potential Appointees The New York Times
- Trump 'probably furious' and 'paranoid' over Boris Epshteyn report: Former WH staffer MSNBC
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