Homeland Security spends $20M in taxpayer funds for pro-Trump ads
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security has allocated $20 million in taxpayer funds to pay for campaign-style advertisements that promote President Donald Trump. The use of these funds has been criticized by both Republicans and Democrats as an improper use of public money and potentially in violation of anti-propaganda laws. The funds were reportedly drawn from Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' and were intended for U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Two Democratic senators have raised concerns about the allocation in a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin. The situation remains under scrutiny with no official resolution announced.
Latest: On September 29, the Department of Homeland Security was reported to have used $20 million in taxpayer funds for pro-Trump advertisements, drawing criticism from both major political parties.
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How it unfolded
Tuesday 29 September
On September 29, the Department of Homeland Security was reported to have used $20 million in taxpayer funds for pro-Trump advertisements, drawing criticism from both major political parties.