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JUSTTHENEWS (Ben Whedon) - Trump says he'll ditch embattled consultants if other clients are a conflict of interest

LaCivita was a co-campaign manager for Trump in 2024, while Blair served as White House deputy chief of staff until earlier this year, before he departed the administration to work on midterm campaigns.

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What other foreign dealings are associated with the Trump family businesses and administration since Trump's return to office?
The Trump Organization and its partners have more than 20 Trump-branded projects planned, under construction, or opening abroad, which is more than triple the number of overseas properties operating before his return. Additionally, the administration accepted a luxury Boeing 747 from Qatar for a future presidential library, a UAE royal-linked firm purchased a 49% stake in the Trump family's cryptocurrency business, and Donald Trump Jr. had his wedding bankrolled by a Putin-linked Russian oligarch (who later repaid the funds).
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From related AXIOS (Josephine Walker): Trump's midterm strategists draw scrutiny over Russia-aligned work
What specific details were provided regarding the duration and nature of the consultants' stay in the Republic of Srpska?
A source familiar with the consultants stated they were on the ground for approximately 36 to 48 hours. During this time, the trip was described as a normal weekend of calls and texts regarding various U.S. races and strategies. Caroline Wren observed that James Blair was constantly on his phone discussing elections back in the United States while on the ground.
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From related AXIOS (Josephine Walker): Trump's midterm strategists draw scrutiny over Russia-aligned work
According to Caroline Wren, a registered lobbyist for Srpska, what is the primary motivation behind the republic's interest in the Trump administration?
Caroline Wren stated that the republic's interest is not about Russia or Putin, but rather about gaining stronger relations with the Trump administration to protect and promote Christians who want freedom and autonomy. She noted that the Trump administration has made it a priority to support Christians around the world, specifically those in the Republic of Srpska who she claimed have been "demonized by the Europeans and Brussels for their Western values."
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From related AXIOS (Josephine Walker): Trump's midterm strategists draw scrutiny over Russia-aligned work
What are the professional roles of Chris LaCivita and James Blair within the Trump political operation?
Both individuals serve as senior advisers at MAGA Inc., a super PAC affiliated with President Trump. James Blair previously served as White House deputy chief of staff and was a senior adviser on Trump's 2024 campaign. Chris LaCivita was the former co-manager of Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. Together, they are currently leading the Republicans' midterm election strategy.
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From related AXIOS (Josephine Walker): Trump's midterm strategists draw scrutiny over Russia-aligned work
How did President Trump respond to reports that his midterm strategists were providing consulting services to a Russia-aligned government?
President Trump addressed the reports via a Truth Social post on Wednesday, clarifying that Chris LaCivita and James Blair are "outside consultants" who do not work exclusively for him. He stated that they are allowed to work for other clients, similar to other consultants in Washington, D.C., but he pledged that he would ask them who their other clients are and would terminate their services immediately if he found a conflict of interest.
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From related AXIOS (Josephine Walker): Trump's midterm strategists draw scrutiny over Russia-aligned work
What was the reason for Chris LaCivita and James Blair visiting the Republic of Srpska ahead of its local elections?
Chris LaCivita and James Blair were reportedly recruited by the government of the Republic of Srpska (a semi-autonomous entity in Bosnia and Herzegovina) to provide strategic advice on election integrity. Their role involved identifying how to spot and avoid potential election fraud, as it was the first election in that territory where the national election commission required the use of new ballots and Smartmatic voting equipment.
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