Who is Don Hankey, the billionaire bailing out Trump?

Apr. 03, 2024 Politics

California auto-loan tycoon Don Hankey provided a $175 million bond to Donald Trump as he appeals a civil fraud charge. He says the deal is just good business.

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Guest:

Michael Kranish - national political investigative reporter for The Washington Post - @PostKranish

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Angie Perrin, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Zeke Reed, Jack Ross

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