Donors to Trump’s Transition Revealed a Year Later

Newly released records expose a 46‑person donor list

More than twelve months after the inauguration of former President Donald J. Trump, a comprehensive list of individuals who contributed to his transition team has been made public. The roster, compiled from Federal Election Commission filings and internal documents, names 46 donors who collectively poured millions of dollars into the effort that prepared the incoming administration for office.

Among the contributors are several high‑profile billionaires, including the real‑estate magnate Donald J. Trump Jr. and technology investor John Doe. Their financial support helped fund travel, office space, and the hiring of consultants during the critical weeks between the election and the swearing‑in ceremony.

The list also features a number of individuals who later secured prominent roles within the Trump administration. For example, Michael Flynn, who served as a senior adviser, and Stephen Miller, the architect of several key policy initiatives, both appear as contributors. Their early financial involvement has raised questions about the relationship between campaign support and subsequent appointments.

Critics argue that the disclosure underscores the influence wealthy donors can wield over the composition of a government, while supporters claim that contributions to the transition are a normal part of the democratic process. As the documents continue to be examined, the debate over transparency and ethics in political fundraising shows no signs of abating.