President Trump has ceased an inquiry into his advisers Chris LaCivita and James Blair after they donated their consulting fees to his presidential library. This decision comes after their consulting work for a pro-Russian government in Bosnia-Herzegovina was reported. Trump had previously threatened to terminate them if any conflicts of interest were found. The amount of the donation has not been disclosed.
Key facts
- Trump announced the end of the inquiry on October 24, 2026.
- LaCivita and Blair donated their consulting fees to Trump's presidential library.
- Their consulting work involved advising a pro-Russian government in Bosnia-Herzegovina.
- LaCivita co-led Trump's 2024 campaign; Blair was a former deputy chief of staff.
- The donation amount remains unclear.
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