Trump's Transition Funding
President-elect Donald J. Trump is keeping secret the names of donors funding his transition effort, allowing unlimited amounts from unknown sources. This breaks tradition and raises ethical concerns.
Key Points
- Trump's transition team is not disclosing donor names or funding details
- Previous transitions agreed to restrictions and disclosed donors
- Concerns raised by ethics experts and lawmakers about lack of transparency
Cons
- Lack of transparency in funding sources
- Potential for conflicts of interest
- Foreign nationals allowed to donate