Investigation Reveals $10 Million Withdrawal Linked to Trump

In January 2017, just days before Donald Trump's inauguration, a manager at the National Bank of Egypt facilitated a $10 million cash withdrawal requested by an organization linked to Egyptian intelligence, which raised concerns among U.S. investigators about possible foreign financial support for Trump's campaign. The transaction, involving 200 pounds of $100 bills, prompted a secret investigation led by Special Prosecutor Robert Mueller, dubbed 'Team 10', aimed at determining whether the funds could have been intended for Trump's campaign. This investigation was supported by intelligence indicating that Egyptian President Abdel Fatah El-Sisi sought to assist Trump financially. However, the probe faced significant pushback from top Justice Department officials, including then-Attorney General William Barr, who ultimately shut down the investigation by mid-2019, casting doubt on its validity. Investigators noted a private meeting between Trump and Sisi shortly before the election, which raised further suspicions about the timing and motivations behind the cash withdrawal. The investigation's closure has led to ongoing debates regarding the implications of foreign influence in U.S. elections.