Donald Trump’s campaign denied allegations by the Washington Post that it misused Trump Foundation funding, according to a statement issued late Tuesday.
“There was not, and could not be, any intent or motive for the Trump Foundation to make improper payments. All contributions are reported to the IRS, and all Foundation donations are publicly disclosed,” Jason Miller, senior communications director, stated. “Mr. Trump is generous both with his money and with his time. He has provided millions of dollars to fund his Foundation and a multitude of other charitable causes.”
Trump has been accused of using money from his charitable organization to settle lawsuits against his properties and make other personal purchases.
The billionaire businessman said the Post’s story was “peppered with inaccuracies and omissions” from a reporter who is intent on helping the Clinton Foundation.
“In typical Washington Post fashion, they’ve gotten their facts wrong. It is the Clinton Foundation that is set up to make sure the Clintons personally enrich themselves by selling access and trading political favors,” added Miller. “The Trump Foundation has no paid board, no management fees, no rent or overhead, and no family members on its payroll.”
The campaign and businessman plan to focus their energy on the race at hand than attacks from opposition and the media.
