Trump Jr Russia Ties Investigation

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1. 20 Sep

   When asked about the matter, Trump defended it but also said his son paid Kremlev back.

   2 outlets · Washington Examiner
2. 22 Sep

   A Republican senator is calling for a congressional probe into Donald Trump Jr. over his apparent ties to a Russian oligarch, an eye-opening move that Sen. John Curtis says should be part of a bipartisan effort to investigate “the use of presidential family relationships for private financial benefit” by both parties.

   3 outlets · Semafor
3. 23 Sep

   “Americans deserve confidence that public institutions serve them — not presidents, political parties, wealthy interests, or members of powerful families,” Curtis wrote.

   2 outlets · Washington Examiner

Coverage 9 articles

• 27 Sep ‘Stupid on stilts’: Republican senator blasts Donald Trump Jr for wedding party funded by Putin ally and how it could impact midtermsRepublican Senator Thom Tillis criticized Donald Trump Jr.’s Caribbean wedding party, which was partially funded by Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev, calling it “stupid on stilts.” The event took place in May and has led other Republicans to call for an investigation into potential conflicts of interest. Tillis’s comments came during a CNN interview where he expressed concern about the optics ahead of the midterm…The Independent
• 23 Sep Republican senators push for probe into Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter BidenRepublican senators are calling for a federal investigation into the business activities of Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden. The request is aimed at examining potential conflicts of interest and other issues related to their respective enterprises. CBS News correspondent Nancy Cordes provides context on the senators' motivations behind this push for an inquiry.CBS News
• 23 Sep Republican senator calls for probe into Trump family’s financial dealingsSenator John Curtis of Utah has called for a congressional investigation into financial dealings of the Trump family, specifically mentioning the funding of Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding by a Russian oligarch and his involvement in cryptocurrency and defense contracts. This call comes as midterm elections approach, with Republicans facing voter discontent over economic issues. Curtis's letter to the Senate Judiciary…National Post
• 23 Sep Chuck Grassley doesn’t rule out investigating Trump Jr.’s Russian-funded wedding partySenate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley did not rule out investigating President Donald Trump's son, Donald Trump Jr., for having parts of his wedding funded by Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev. This investigation was suggested by Senator John Curtis in a written request to Grassley, who is considering the proposal but noted that time constraints due to upcoming elections and a short legislative session may…Washington Examiner
• 22 Sep Trump Jr under scrutiny from own party over Putin-linked oligarch's lavish giftSen. John Curtis, R-Utah, is calling on the Senate Judiciary Committee to investigate Donald Trump Jr. over allegations that he used his father's influence for personal gain. Specifically, Curtis cites Trump Jr.'s lavish wedding party on a private island funded by a Russian oligarch with ties to Vladimir Putin and highlights concerns about his involvement in cryptocurrency ventures and international real estate…Fox News
• 22 Sep GOP senator demands probe into Don Jr after Putin-linked oligarch bankrolled wedding party over 'national security' fearsSenator John Curtis from Utah is calling for an investigation into Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden regarding their business dealings with foreign nationals, citing concerns about potential misuse of presidential influence and national security risks. The demand follows recent revelations that Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev, linked to Vladimir Putin, funded a lavish wedding party for Don Jr., costing hundreds of…Daily Mail
• 22 Sep Republican calls for Senate investigation of Trump Jr wedding paid for by Russian oligarchUtah Senator John Curtis has demanded a Senate investigation into Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding in the Bahamas, which was partly funded by Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev. In a letter to the Senate Judiciary Committee, Curtis urged them to subpoena Trump Jr over his business dealings and foreign relationships. This move follows previous Republican scrutiny of Hunter Biden’s foreign ties but now targets Trump Jr's…The Guardian
• 22 Sep Republican senator: Subpoena Trump Jr., Hunter BidenUtah Republican Senator John Curtis has called on the Senate Judiciary Committee to subpoena Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden as part of an investigation into possible misuse of presidential family relationships for financial gain. The request stems from questions about Trump Jr.’s ties to Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev, who reportedly paid for a wedding ceremony involving Trump Jr., along with other ventures that…Semafor
• 20 Sep Sen. Bill Cassidy wants proof Trump Jr. paid Russian oligarch back for weddingSen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) questioned whether Donald Trump Jr. had actually repaid Umar Kremlev, a Russian oligarch with ties to Vladimir Putin, for funding Trump Jr.’s wedding celebration that reportedly cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. Appearing on CBS News’s Face the Nation, Cassidy emphasized the importance of verifying that the payment was returned and highlighted concerns over the appearance of impropriety…Washington Examiner

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