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'Everyone wants to be my friend': The people paying millions for access to Trump

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CHAPTER

The Cost of Access: Funding Influence in a Presidential Transition

This chapter delves into how financial contributions from donors can sway policy decisions and access to the president, with a focus on historical examples. It analyzes Trump's unique approach to fundraising during his transition period, emphasizing the effects of private funding on the relationship between wealthy individuals and the presidency.

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