Trump says MAGA Inc. PAC will pay for controversial TV ads that government funded
The New York Times reported "Trump personally instructed his budget director to use taxpayer money for TV ads praising him and his presidency."
According to CNBC, the New York Times reported "Trump personally instructed his budget director to use taxpayer money for TV ads praising him and his presidency."
This entertainment story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include TV, MAGA Inc and PAC.
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