RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)Trump and Epstein were neighbors and friends between the early 1990s and 2003. Plenty of enough time for Epstein to collect plenty of dirt to provide to people willing to pay for that dirt.Who would pay to get dirt on Trump?It is often said that big donors make their big donations based on secret tit-for-tat promises by the politician.The problem with this is that donors have no legal way to enforce such promises. Businessmen rely on legal contracts to enforce promises between eac ...

RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)Trump and Epstein were neighbors and friends between the early 1990s and 2003. Plenty of enough time for Epstein to collect plenty of dirt to provide to people willing to pay for that dirt.Who would pay to get dirt on Trump?It is often said that big donors make their big donations based on secret tit-for-tat promises by the politician.The problem with this is that donors have no legal way to enforce such promises. Businessmen rely on legal contracts to enforce promises between eac ...

🇬🇧 NEW: UK parliamentary committee urges immediate halt on crypto donations to political parties pending stricter rules. https://t.co/CUWHPOvwqQ ...

RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)Trump and Epstein were neighbors and friends between the early 1990s and 2003. Plenty of enough time for Epstein to collect plenty of dirt to provide to people willing to pay for that dirt.Who would pay to get dirt on Trump?It is often said that big donors make their big donations based on secret tit-for-tat promises by the politician.The problem with this is that donors have no legal way to enforce such promises. Businessmen rely on legal contracts to enforce promises between eac ...

Trump and Epstein were neighbors and friends between the early 1990s and 2003. Plenty of enough time for Epstein to collect plenty of dirt to provide to people willing to pay for that dirt.Who would pay to get dirt on Trump?It is often said that big donors make their big donations based on secret tit-for-tat promises by the politician.The problem with this is that donors have no legal way to enforce such promises. Businessmen rely on legal contracts to enforce promises between each other. But courts do not ...

Calls Mount for UK to Ban Political Donations Made in Cryptohttps://t.co/aO9Gqp0U7b ...

Political Donations & Legal Landscape - Supreme Court 可能很快会废除对大额政治捐款的另一项限制 [1] - 案件今日开庭审理，值得关注 [1]

Political Commentary - Donald Trump's emails use melodrama and emotional appeals to ask for political donations [1] - The emails often highlight a narrative of triumph and constant peril [1] - A key message is "NO TAXES ON SOCIAL SECURITY!" [1]

Political Donations & Influence - The wealthiest 100 Americans spent $1 billion (十亿) in federal election donations in 2024 [1] - One out of every $13 (7.69%) spent in federal election donations comes from the wealthiest 100 Americans [2] - 80% of the money from the wealthiest 100 Americans is going to the Republican party [2] - A significant portion of the money donated by billionaires may be ineffective, as some donations are directed towards losing campaigns [9] - Donations from the elite to figures like Donald Trump could alienate popular support and benefit Democrats [11][12] Wealth Inequality & Historical Parallels - Mass wealth inequality has historically led to revolt, violence, and civil war [4][5] - The top 0.00006% (19 households) control 2% of all the wealth in America [24] - The top 1% controls half of the entire market cap of the S&P 500 [24] - The top 10% account for half of all consumer spending, a record high [24] Political System & Campaign Finance - The Citizens United decision has led to an increase in the influence of super PACs and large donors [16][17] - Current Supreme Court rulings prevent limits on political speech, hindering campaign finance reform [20]

Political Influence & Donations - Analysis reveals at least 30 individuals or companies donating over $116 million to Donald Trump's causes received benefits from the White House or government [1] - Donations to Trump-aligned groups preceded major policy shifts, pardons, or regulatory relief [4] - The network of benefiting donors includes crypto billionaires, energy and tobacco companies, and a manufacturer of human tissue bandages [3] Regulatory & Legal Actions - Official investigations were dropped, pardons issued, or regulations rewritten shortly after donations [2] - Records from the Federal Election Commission, SEC, and DOJ were analyzed [2] - SEC cases were closed, pardons signed, or policies delayed/changed following donations to MAGA Inc or Trump's inauguration fund [4] Ethical Considerations - No evidence of bribery or illegal conduct was found, but the volume of favorable outcomes raises questions about a quid pro quo culture [5] - The presidency is characterized by open transactionalism [5]