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January 17, 2017

Private Donations to Trump Inaugural Committee Top $100 Million
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Meanwhile, Donald Trump's inaugural committee said it has raised more
than $100 million from private donors and corporations, nearly doubling
the previous record set by President Obama. Among major contributors are
oil giant Chevron, with a half-million dollars; weapons and aerospace
company Boeing with a $1 million donation; and casino magnate Sheldon
Adelson, who reportedly cut a check for $5 million. Big donors will have
a chance to meet privately with top Trump administration officials, with
a black-tie "Chairman's Global Dinner" planned for this evening, a
Thursday candlelight dinner with the Trump family and special VIP
tickets at Friday's swearing-in ceremony and inaugural balls.


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