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October 7, 2026
Trump Distances Himself from Advisers Linked to Pro-Russian Government
- Donald Trump distanced himself from advisers Chris LaCivita and James Blair, stating they are outside consultants and he is unaware of their other work.
- He indicated he would review their roles for conflicts of interest after reports of their assistance to a pro-Russian government in Bosnia.
- LaCivita and Blair were reportedly paid hundreds of thousands of dollars for their work, while also engaged with Trump-backed efforts for the upcoming midterm elections.
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- Trump says he'll terminate LaCivita, Blair if they have consulting conflictsOct 7, 2026 at 4:57 PM · The Hill
- Trump says he'll terminate LaCivita, Blair if they have consulting conflictsOct 7, 2026 at 4:57 PM · The Hill
- Trump rebukes political advisers for taking other work during midtermsOct 7, 2026 at 5:04 PM · Washington Post
- Trump distances himself from close allies who advised pro-Russian government in EuropeOct 7, 2026 at 5:40 PM · Independent
- Trump distances himself from his advisers’ work for a pro-Russian government.Oct 7, 2026 at 6:35 PM · NYT
- Before Midterms, Trump Distances Himself From His Political Advisers’ Work OverseasOct 7, 2026 at 7:40 PM · NYT
- Trump's midterm strategists draw scrutiny over Russia-aligned workOct 7, 2026 at 7:54 PM · Axios
- Trump backs away from top aides who reportedly advised pro-Russia governmentOct 7, 2026 at 8:31 PM · The Guardian