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White House defends taxpayer funded ad as Hassan questions legality

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Maggie Hassan questions legality of taxpayer-funded pro-Trump ad on Fox News

Senator Maggie Hassan criticized a 30-second television ad praising President Donald Trump that was paid for with federal tax dollars and aired on Fox News, warning it may violate laws against using taxpayer funds for government propaganda. The White House defended the ad as a public service announcement.

Sep 25, 2026·3 sourcesU.S. domestic politicsCongressional oversight
Maggie Hassan questions legality of taxpayer-funded pro-Trump ad on Fox News
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