SoftBank donated $50 million to Trump’s library months before federal data center deal

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SoftBank donated $50 million to the Trump Presidential Library in January before securing a federal lease for a large AI data center in Ohio. Lawmakers question the timing, suggesting potential influence or bribery concerns. SoftBank responded, clarifying the donation was to a foundation supporting the library's construction and operation.

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