"Trump's Influence on the GOP: A Former Aide's Urgent Plea and RNC Takeover"

Former Trump administration aide Olivia Troye urged Republicans to stop donating to the GOP, criticizing the Republican National Committee (RNC) for becoming a "Trump legal defense fund." This comes as Donald Trump faces legal troubles, including a recent $355 million fine in a New York civil fraud case and a separate $83.3 million judgment in a defamation case. Ronna McDaniel stepped down as RNC chairwoman, and Trump endorsed his daughter-in-law Lara Trump for the role, sparking concerns that RNC funds will go towards Trump's legal expenses. Troye and others have warned Republicans to consider where their donations are going, with concerns that the RNC is becoming solely focused on supporting Trump.