WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump revealed that an anonymous donor contributed $130 million to the Pentagon to offset military pay shortfalls during the US government shutdown. Trump said the donor, a personal friend, wished to remain unnamed and declined recognition. The Pentagon confirmed receiving the funds under its “general gift acceptance authority,” designating it for service members’ salaries and benefits.
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However, legal experts noted potential constitutional issues, as federal law requires such funds to be deposited into the Treasury and reallocated by Congress. The donation comes as the shutdown continues over disagreements tied to healthcare funding.
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