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Donald Trump's ActBlue Drama Explained

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Donald Trump's ActBlue Drama Explained

Donald Trump has hit out at Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue, issuing a presidential memorandum to curb what he claimed were unlawful straw donor and foreign contributions to American elections facilitated through the platform.

'extremely troubling evidence that online fundraising platforms have been willing participants in schemes to launder excessive and prohibited contributions'

'This is a blatant power grab designed to undermine democratic participation.'

'the organization strictly abides by all federal and state laws governing its activities'

Bondi directed to report findings within 180 days; ActBlue rejected foreign cards after October 2024 letter.