Campaign aides said the rules are designed to protect donors who falsely believe they are contributing to Trump's campaign

Donald Trump is trying to bring into politics a phenomenon that’s taking off in college athletics: money for use of the former president’s name, image and likeness in campaign ads.

In a letter this week, the Trump presidential campaign asked all down-ballot GOP campaigns for at least a 5% cut of the money raised from advertising that features the party’s 2024 presumptive White House nominee.

“We ask that all candidates and committees who choose to use President Trump’s name, image, and likeness split a minimum of 5% of all fundraising solicitations to Trump National Committee JFC,” said the April 15 letter signed by campaign co-campaign managers Susie Wiles and Chris LaCivita.

  • @TurboDiesel
    58•7 months ago

    You’re asking for accountability in the GOP? If you believe that’s possible I’ve got a bridge to sell you.

    • @DandomRudeEnglish
      37•7 months ago

      Unfortunately, I don’t have space for a bridge at the moment, but I would be interested in some snake oil.

      • Diplomjodler
        17•7 months ago

        What about snake oil NFTs? I can do you a special deal!

        • @DandomRudeEnglish
          10•7 months ago

          Sold if you throw in a pair of golden sneakers.

          • Diplomjodler
            11•7 months ago

            Done! And a free Bible signed by Jesus himself!

            • @Daft_ish
              2•7 months ago

              Sorry, that would clutter the shelf. I already have a Trump bible.

      • @Madison420
        9•7 months ago

        No, this one is on the east river. But wouldn’t you know I have a friend who’s selling the bay bridge!

        I still find it amusing that’s an actual thing sometime actually did… Multiple times…