Summary
An unnamed donor gave $130 million to the U.S. military to help pay service members during a government shutdown. President Donald Trump confirmed the donation, stating it will cover troop salaries as lawmakers have not agreed on a funding plan. The Pentagon accepted the gift under its "general gift acceptance authority."
Key Facts
- An anonymous donor gave $130 million to the Pentagon for troop salaries.
- The donation was made to cover pay shortfalls during a U.S. government shutdown.
- President Trump stated the donor is a U.S. citizen and a supporter of his.
- The U.S. government has been shut down for over 25 days due to funding disagreements.
- The Pentagon can accept such gifts under "general gift acceptance authority."
- Questions have been raised about the ethics and transparency of accepting anonymous donations.
- The donation is intended specifically for troop salaries and benefits.
- Defense rules require donations over $10,000 to undergo an ethics review.
