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politics1 year ago

"Trump's Generous Gesture: Treating Customers to Chicken and Shakes at Atlanta Chick-fil-A"

Former President Donald Trump made a surprise stop at an Atlanta Chick-fil-A, ordering 30 milkshakes for customers and engaging in lighthearted banter with employees. He then proceeded to a campaign fundraiser in Buckhead, Georgia, where tickets were reportedly priced between $6,600 to $250,000 per couple. Trump also commented on the felony charges he is facing in Georgia over alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results, stating that the case has been discredited. A recent poll showed Trump leading President Biden in Georgia by 1 percentage point in a head-to-head matchup.

via New York Post |
#2020-election#campaign-fundraiser#chick-fil-a
politics2 years ago

Multiple Former George Santos Fundraisers Plead Guilty to Wire Fraud and Impersonation Charges

Samuel Miele, a former campaign fundraiser for New York Republican Rep. George Santos, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud and admitted to committing access device fraud totaling about $100,000 in losses. Miele had been charged with impersonating a high-ranking congressional aide while soliciting contributions for Santos' campaign. This is the second guilty plea from a former associate of Santos' campaign, following his former campaign treasurer who pleaded guilty to conspiracy to defraud. Santos himself has pleaded not guilty to charges of wire fraud, money laundering, making false statements, and theft of public funds.

via CBS News|
#campaign-fundraiser#george-santos#guilty-plea
politics2 years ago

George Santos' Former Campaign Fundraiser Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud and Defrauding Donors

Samuel Miele, a former campaign fundraiser for Rep. George Santos of New York, has pleaded guilty in a federal criminal case. Miele was indicted on charges related to impersonating a top aide to ex-House Speaker Kevin McCarthy while soliciting donations for Santos. This comes after Santos' former campaign treasurer, Nancy Marks, pleaded guilty to campaign finance felonies. Santos himself is facing charges of fraud, money laundering, theft of public funds, and making false statements. The congressman fell under scrutiny in 2022 for lying about his background and has refused calls to resign.

via CNBC|
#campaign-fundraiser#federal-criminal-case#guilty-plea
politics2 years ago

"Biden's Fundraiser Speech: Addressing Trump and Age Concerns"

President Joe Biden criticized Donald Trump as "determined to destroy democracy" during a campaign fundraiser speech, while also addressing concerns about his age. Biden emphasized his experience in Washington as a reason for his reelection and accused Trump and Republicans of siding with dictators and dividing the country. Polls show that a majority of Americans are seriously concerned about Biden's age affecting his physical and mental competence, as well as his ability to serve another full term.

via CNN|
#age#campaign-fundraiser#democracy
politics2 years ago

"Joe Biden Confronts Age Concerns, Accuses Trump of Undermining American Democracy at Broadway Fundraiser"

Joe Biden spoke at a Broadway for Biden fundraiser, emphasizing the importance of defending American democracy and criticizing Donald Trump and his supporters for their determination to destroy it. Biden also took a jab at Trump's refusal to criticize Vladimir Putin. The event featured performances by various Broadway stars and was hosted by prominent Broadway producers and supporters. Biden addressed concerns about his age, stating that he knew how to handle challenges such as the ongoing Covid pandemic and threats to democracy. He expressed optimism about the future of the country if he is reelected. Biden's remarks highlighted the crisis moment he sees the campaign as, recalling the Charlottesville riots as a pivotal moment that motivated him to run.

via Deadline|
#american-democracy#broadway-for-biden#campaign-fundraiser