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(638 posts)that I asked it about The Boss, and here is the answer:
Donald Trump's charitable giving has been a subject of scrutiny and debate, with varying reports on the total amount he has donated over the years.
Personal Contributions
Investigations indicate that Trump's personal charitable donations have been relatively modest compared to his claimed net worth. A 2016 analysis by The New Yorker suggested that, over a 25-year period, Trump donated less than $5 million of his own money to charity, amounting to approximately 0.05% of his self-reported $10 billion fortune .
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The Donald J. Trump Foundation
Established in 1988, the Donald J. Trump Foundation was primarily funded by external donors rather than Trump himself. Between 1987 and 2006, Trump contributed about $5.4 million to the foundation. After 2008, he ceased personal contributions, though the foundation continued to receive donations from others .
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In 2019, following a lawsuit by the New York Attorney General alleging misuse of foundation funds for personal and political purposes, Trump was ordered to pay $2 million in damages to eight charities. The foundation was subsequently dissolved, and its remaining assets were distributed to charitable organizations .
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Presidential Salary Donations
During his presidency, Trump pledged to donate his $400,000 annual salary to various government agencies and initiatives. Reports confirm that he made quarterly donations to departments such as Health and Human Services, Education, and Veterans Affairs .
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Summary
While Trump has made some charitable contributions, both personally and through his foundation, the total amount is relatively small in comparison to his claimed wealth. Additionally, legal issues surrounding the Trump Foundation have cast further doubt on the extent and nature of his charitable activities.
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