Feb 15 • 11:25 UTC 🇶🇦 Qatar Al Jazeera

Trump Administration Denies Funding European Far Right via 'Secret Fund'

The Trump administration has denied claims of funding far-right groups in Europe, asserting that the U.S. does not interfere in European politics.

The Trump administration has emphatically rejected accusations that it provides financial support to far-right movements in Europe, with U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Sarah Rogers stating that the U.S. does not interfere in European political affairs. During an interview at the Munich Security Conference, she dismissed the notion of a 'secret fund' for the far-right, reinforcing that the United States does not dictate electoral outcomes in Europe. This rebuttal comes amid rising concerns over the influence of American politics on European elections.

Despite Rogers' denials, previous reports have suggested that the Trump administration may have been exploring avenues to support organizations in Europe perceived to have links with the America First movement. Specifically, she addressed a Politico report detailing alleged conversations between Trump officials and various groups in France and the UK, which sought assistance from the Heritage Foundation in identifying potential organizations for funding.

These statements from the Trump administration aim to assuage European allies' fears regarding U.S. intentions, especially after Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the importance of a 'strong and renewed Europe' during the Munich Conference. This comes at a time when the U.S. national security strategy, which draws on themes in Trump's campaign, is being scrutinized for its implications on global alliances and the integrity of democratic processes in Europe.

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