‘We Should All Apply’ to Trump’s Slush Fund
Trump's proposed $1.8 billion compensation fund related to the January 6 events is facing criticism. David French highlights a perceived double standard in how rioters and ordinary citizens might be treated under this fund. The discussion raises questions about accountability and the potential for misuse of the fund by those involved in the riots.
- ▪Trump's compensation fund is intended for those affected by the January 6 events.
- ▪Critics argue that the fund creates a double standard between rioters and ordinary Americans.
- ▪There are concerns about the potential for individuals who committed violence to benefit financially from the fund.
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new video loaded: ‘We Should All Apply’ to Trump’s Slush FundtranscriptBacktranscript‘We Should All Apply’ to Trump’s Slush FundTrump’s proposed $1.8 billion compensation fund tied to Jan. 6 is drawing scrutiny. On “The Opinions,” David French explains why he sees a double standard between how rioters and ordinary Americans would be treated under the system.If you are part of the group overseeing the slush fund, you can use the slush fund to reimburse yourself for all your expenses. So if you want to, for example, take a nice per diem, get a fancy hotel while you’re doing the business of the slush fund. Under the terms of the agreement, you can use the money to pay yourself a nice little fee.
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