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UNC at a crossroads as Hubert Davis's future hangs in balance after NCAA shocker
sports20 days ago

UNC at a crossroads as Hubert Davis's future hangs in balance after NCAA shocker

North Carolina is weighing Hubert Davis’s future after a stunning first-round exit to VCU in the NCAA Tournament, with athletic director Bubba Cunningham, incoming AD Steve Newmark and Chancellor Lee Roberts evaluating the program amid donor fatigue and fundraising concerns. No decision has been announced; the buyout to fire Davis is roughly $5.3 million, and the looming NCAA transfer portal opening in April adds urgency to stabilize the roster, potentially signaling a historic coaching change for UNC.

via News & Observer|
#college-basketball#donors#hubert-davis
UNC's Hubert Davis under pressure after 19-point NCAA meltdown
sports20 days ago

UNC's Hubert Davis under pressure after 19-point NCAA meltdown

North Carolina coach Hubert Davis is reportedly under serious consideration to be replaced after a 19-point NCAA Tournament first-round collapse to VCU, reviving questions about the program's direction and whether donors will fund a deeper roster. Davis is under contract through 2029-30 with a roughly $5.3 million buyout if fired, and a decision is expected soon as incoming athletic director Steve Newmark weighs the future of the program and the financial implications.

via The New York Times|
#coaching-future#donors#hubert-davis
Meyer urges end to NIL collectives, frames NIL as capitalism at DC roundtable
sports1 month ago

Meyer urges end to NIL collectives, frames NIL as capitalism at DC roundtable

Former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer told a Trump roundtable that NIL collectives amount to 'pay-for-play' and should be eliminated, arguing NIL should operate in its pure form as capitalism with donors out; he contrasted this with his era when players weren't compensated and suggested businesses could hire players directly. The report notes NIL policy remains contested and a rollback is unlikely.

via Scarlet and Game|
#college-football#donors#nil
Texas Senate Primary Breaks Advertising Spending Records
politics1 month ago

Texas Senate Primary Breaks Advertising Spending Records

The Texas Senate primary has become the most expensive in U.S. history, with AdImpact reporting more than $125 million spent on campaign ads. Republican John Cornyn has heavily outspent Ken Paxton, while Democrat James Talarico has outraised Jasmine Crockett; both sides rely on deep-pocket donors and dark-money groups. The race appears headed for a May runoff after the entry of Wesley Hunt, and Trump’s endorsement status remains a pivotal factor in the outcome.

via The New York Times|
#advertising#campaign-finance#donors
Epstein Ties Put Bard College’s Enduring Leader Under Scrutiny
education1 month ago

Epstein Ties Put Bard College’s Enduring Leader Under Scrutiny

Leon Botstein, Bard College’s long‑time president who rebuilt the school from debt to a sprawling, multi‑billion‑dollar enterprise, comes under renewed scrutiny after Justice Department documents reveal years of contact with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including fundraising discussions and efforts tied to young musicians. Botstein says the relationship was for fundraising, while critics warn the ties could harm Bard’s reputation; protests have been limited and the board has largely stood by him, with Botstein apologizing for his involvement as he marks decades at Bard.

via The New York Times|
#bard-college#donors#education
Bard College President Leon Botstein’s Epstein Ties Surface in New Documents
education2 months ago

Bard College President Leon Botstein’s Epstein Ties Surface in New Documents

New documents show Bard College president Leon Botstein’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein went beyond fundraising, including a 2013 email saying 'Miss you', a 2017-era watch purchase, and a planned 2012 trip to Epstein’s island; Botstein says these interactions were about securing long-term funding for Bard, not personal gain, but the disclosures raise questions about donor influence and ethics in small liberal arts colleges.

via The New York Times|
#bard-college#donors#education
Analyzing Trump's Pardons: Political, Financial, and Precedent-Setting Implications
politics5 months ago

Analyzing Trump's Pardons: Political, Financial, and Precedent-Setting Implications

President Trump issued nearly 80 pardons to individuals involved in the 2020 election and other legal cases, including notable donors and allies such as Rudy Giuliani, George Santos, and Binance founder CZ Zhao, with some recipients having contributed significant political donations, and others benefiting from pardons related to financial or legal controversies.

via Forbes|
#2020-election#donors#legal-issues
Senate Democrats Call for Transparency on Trump’s $300M East Wing Funding
politics5 months ago

Senate Democrats Call for Transparency on Trump’s $300M East Wing Funding

Senate Democrats, led by Adam Schiff, are demanding transparency regarding the funding of Donald Trump's $300 million White House ballroom, which is financed by donations from major corporations and wealthy individuals, raising concerns about potential influence and corruption. They request detailed information on donors, contributions, and related communications by November 5.

via The Guardian|
#ballroom#democrats#donors
Controversies and Developments Surrounding the White House Ballroom
politics5 months ago

Controversies and Developments Surrounding the White House Ballroom

The article reports on the donors funding Trump's $300 million White House ballroom, including major tech firms, defense contractors, and crypto companies, many of which have received or stand to benefit from favorable government policies or contracts. The donations raise questions about potential conflicts of interest, though the White House defends the funding as private and beneficial for the nation.

via CBS News|
#ballroom#donors#federal-contracts