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Democrats Probe Amazon's $40M Deal for Trump Documentary

3/16/2026

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Democrats Probe Amazon

Democratic lawmakers are investigating Amazon's $40 million deal for Melania Trump's documentary, questioning potential violations of federal anti-bribery laws.
They expressed concerns about Amazon's financial ties to the Trump administration in a letter to CEO Andy Jassy, requesting answers by March 30.
Despite negative reviews, the documentary grossed $7 million during its opening weekend and is now available on Prime Video.
Amazon has denied bribery allegations, stating the film was licensed to appeal to customers.

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Melania Trump's Documentary Success

The Melania Trump documentary rose to the top of Amazon Prime's streaming charts in the United States.
It chronicles 20 days in Melania Trump's life before her husband's second term.
It opened with over $7 million, the highest opening for a documentary in over a decade.
Amazon MGM Studios plans to recoup its $40 million investment through licensing deals and a forthcoming docuseries.

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Democrats Probe Amazon

Democratic lawmakers are investigating Amazon's $40 million deal for Melania Trump's documentary, questioning potential violations of federal anti-bribery laws.
They expressed concerns about Amazon's financial ties to the Trump administration in a letter to CEO Andy Jassy, requesting answers by March 30.
Despite negative reviews, the documentary grossed $7 million during its opening weekend and is now available on Prime Video.
Amazon has denied bribery allegations, stating the film was licensed to appeal to customers.

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