A Wednesday fundraising email sent in President Donald Trump’s name informed recipients that their supporter status had been canceled and urged them to donate to restore their standing within the MAGA movement.
The message arrived with the subject line "I've got a massive headache," and included an alleged quote from the president:
"Don't tell me this is true? The thought of losing you makes my head hurt. I know you would never intend to cancel your journey with the MAGA Movement and me."
The email declared in bold type, "YOUR SUPPORTER STATUS HAS BEEN CANCELLED," and displayed a yellow button that promised a "FINAL CHANCE TO MAKE THIS RIGHT" (the original message contained a misspelling: "FIANL").
Although the text framed the requested action as a "signature" to renew membership, clicking the button redirects users to a page soliciting financial contributions rather than a mere digital signature.
Screenshot via Archive of Political Emails
Fundraising Under Scrutiny
Trump’s fundraising tactics have drawn increased attention. The Wall Street Journal recently reported that the president has become closely involved in political fundraising operations, personally reviewing donor lists, urging aides to seek larger contributions, and backing solicitations that in some cases sought tens of millions of dollars.
According to that report, the broader fundraising network tied to Trump has raised more than $800 million since his return to office. Those funds are reported to support a mix of projects, including plans for a presidential library, a proposed White House ballroom, political committees, and initiatives related to the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Some business leaders told The Wall Street Journal they believed large donations could translate into greater access to the president. Outside spokeswoman Danielle Alvarez rejected that characterization, calling Trump "the most successful fundraiser in modern political history" and insisting, "President Trump can't be bought."
Screenshot via Archive of Political Emails. This post originally appeared on Mediaite.
