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President-elect Donald J. Trump's legal team has uncovered allegations that Boris Epshteyn, a key adviser in Trump’s orbit, solicited retainer fees from individuals seeking appointments in the new administration, according to multiple sources briefed on the matter. The claims have prompted a formal review led by David Warrington, the campaign's de facto general counsel. Allegations Against Epshteyn The review alleges that Epshteyn approached at least two individuals, including Scott Bessent, Trump’s nominee for Treasury secretary, seeking substantial payments. Bessent was reportedly asked to pay $30,000 to $40,000 per month for Epshteyn’s assistance in "promoting" his candidacy within Trump’s inner circle at Mar-a-Lago.The second incident involved a defense contractor, who was allege...

Voiceover: "I just won two club championships, not even senior two regular club championships. To do that, you have to be quite smart and you have to be able to hit the ball a long way."[Cut to golf footage of players in action]Voiceover: "And I do it. He doesn't do it. He can't hit a ball 50 yards and have you play golf. If you carry on bad, you can do it. That's the biggest. He's a six handicap of all. I was a handicap. Yeah. Eight."[Transition to images of Donald Trump and Joe Biden]Voiceover: "But without an 81-year-old Joe Biden to face off against Trump, Trump's age could be in the spotlight tonight."[Clip of Trump discussing his capabilities]Voiceover: "He is the oldest candidate on the stage. By 19 years, he will be tasked with not only demonstrating his...

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