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Trump Accused of $1bn Oil Deal for Policy Favors, Biden-Harris React

May 9, 2024, 12:43 PM

Reports have emerged alleging that former President Donald Trump has solicited a $1 billion donation from oil executives in exchange for promising to scrap climate laws and offer tax breaks and deregulation. This purported arrangement includes preparing a slate of executive orders for immediate action should Trump win a second presidency. Trump's campaign promises also included reversing President Biden's environmental policies. The Biden-Harris campaign has issued a statement condemning these actions. The revelations have sparked outrage and calls for accountability, accusing Trump and the oil industry of corruption and manipulation aimed at steering government policy for profit.