Summary
Mike Donilon, a top political aide to former President Biden, testified to Congress that he was paid $4 million for his work on Biden's 2024 re-election campaign and could have received another $4 million if Biden had won. Donilon's high salary has caused tensions among other Biden aides and Democrats. His testimony is part of a broader investigation by the Republican House Oversight Committee into Biden's fitness for office.
Key Facts
- Mike Donilon was paid $4 million for his role in Biden's 2024 re-election campaign.
- He could have received an additional $4 million if Biden had won the election.
- Donilon's salary had been partially reported in a book called "Original Sin."
- This information was revealed during his testimony to the Republican House Oversight Committee.
- The committee is investigating Biden's ability to continue serving as president.
- Many Democrats have expressed frustration over Donilon's high compensation.
- Donilon has been involved with Biden since the early 1980s.
- The committee plans to interview more Biden aides as part of the investigation.
