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Trump Administration Faces Criticism Over $70B Gaza Aid Plan

12/14/2025

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The Trump administration faces scrutiny over Gaza aid and reconstruction as three-quarters of structures are damaged.
A task force led by Jared Kushner coordinates Gaza aid logistics, with Gothams LLC linked to Republican donors pursuing contracts.
The United Nations estimates rebuilding could cost about $70 billion.
Critics including philanthropist Amed Khan say the planning is flawed.
Gothams founder Matt Michelsen withdrew from the effort due to security concerns.

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The Trump administration faces scrutiny over Gaza aid and reconstruction as three-quarters of structures are damaged.
A task force led by Jared Kushner coordinates Gaza aid logistics, with Gothams LLC linked to Republican donors pursuing contracts.
The United Nations estimates rebuilding could cost about $70 billion.
Critics including philanthropist Amed Khan say the planning is flawed.
Gothams founder Matt Michelsen withdrew from the effort due to security concerns.