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US Government Funds Television Ad Carrying Trump's Midterm Message
Original: US Government foots bill for television ad featuring Trump's midterm messaging
An AP News report says a television advertisement promoting President Trump's midterm messaging was paid for by the US government, raising questions about the use of public funds for political communication. Critics are likely to frame it as blurring the line between official government communications and partisan campaigning, while supporters may view it as routine public messaging ahead of the elections.
Why now: Paying for political advertising with taxpayer money raises concerns ahead of the midterms.
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