The transaction is at the center of a conflict between Habba Mildon and Richard Grenell, whom Habba Mildon previously accused of stealing millions from her spouse. The investigation is complicated by the fact that Habba Mildon's husband serves as a presidential advisor and holds mining interests within the Congo.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Trump Ally Habba Mildon Misled President on $17M Congo Payment
US Politics3 days ago
The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo transferred $17 million to a Texas defense firm, according to a White House probe into funds misrepresented by Trump ally Alina Habba Mildon. Habba Mildon had initially informed Donald Trump that the payment came from her husband, but a wire receipt later provided to the White House showed the sender had been redacted and the funds actually originated from the DRC government.
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