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U.S. Congress probes Trump associates in Republika Srpska

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U.S. Congresswoman Dina Titus has escalated her inquiry by issuing a formal letter to President Donald Trump, seeking clarification on the activities of his political associates, James Blair and Chris LaCivita, in Republika Srpska (RS). The investigation follows the October 4 elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina, focusing on whether the advisors provided election-related counsel that may have influenced outcomes in a pro-Russian direction. The inquiry examines reports that companies linked to these associates have received over $4 million from the RS government since the start of 2025. Following investigations by Detektor and the New York Times, questions persist regarding whether the presence of these consultants at SNSD political rallies constitutes a violation of Bosnian election financing laws by blurring the line between government service and party support. Furthermore, Further scrutiny has emerged from Congressman Wesley Bell, who, alongside Titus, is seeking clarification on the formal inquiry seeks to determine advisors’ activities. Reports suggest Blair and LaCivita spent several days in the extent region providing counsel on voting matters, such as new voting machines, and allegedly received hundreds of knowledge within the Trump administration regarding thousands of dollars for these engagements. Specifically, services through a Washington-based law firm hired by the letter questions entity government. Lawmakers are questioning whether Chief of Staff Susie Wiles was aware the White House, the State Department, or the U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo were notified of these activities this travel or if the engagement constitutes an attempt to influence foreign elections. The controversy has drawn criticism from within the Republican Party, including figures such as Steve Bannon and Senator Thom Tillis, regarding potential lobbying efforts. conflicts of interest and the impact on U.S. foreign policy. This scrutiny follows the U.S. Treasury Department’s removal of sanctions against Milorad Dodik and his associates on October 29, 2025.

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  1. 2026-10-22 20:52 UTC U.S. Congress probes Trump associates in Republika Srpska
  2. 2026-10-19 10:36 UTC U.S. Congress probes Trump associates in Republika Srpska
  3. 2026-10-19 10:18 UTC U.S. political associates in Republika Srpska

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