news Scmp World 2026-09-09

Ethics concerns arise as Trump gives cash gifts to close aides

Financial disclosures reveal President Trump gave tens of thousands of dollars in cash to several top aides, potentially violating statutes prohibiting federal employees from receiving outside compensation.

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