Trump asked top oil execs for $1 billion campaign cash in exchange for environmental policy rollbacks, report says

Sun, 05/12/2024 - 07:58

Republican presidential candidate former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Wildwood Beach on May 11, 2024 in Wildwood, New Jersey. — Republican presidential candidate former US President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Wildwood Beach on May 11, 2024, in Wildwood, New Jersey.
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Donald Trump made a $1 billion fundraising pitch to oil executives, The Washington Post reported.
Trump promises to dismantle Biden's environmental policies if reelected.
His campaign needs the funds due to lagging behind Biden and legal expenses.

Former President Donald Trump recently hosted a high-stakes dinner at his Mar-a-Lago Club, where he boldly pitched to top oil executives, The Washington Post reports.