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"Trump Donates First-Quarter Salary To National Park Service"

"President Donald Trump, who made a fortune in real estate before running for political office, has decided to donate his first-quarter salary of $78,333 to the National Park Service, the White House announced on Monday.

During the presidential campaign, Trump said he would donate his $400,000 annual salary if he were elected."

Jeff Mason and Tim Ahmann report for Reuters April 3, 2017.

SEE ALSO:

"Environmental Group Slams Trump's Check To National Parks As A 'Publicity Stunt'" (The Hill)

"Trump Will Donate His First-Quarter Salary — $78,333 — To The National Park Service, White House Says" (Washington Post)

"President Trump Donates $78,333 To National Park Service, Critics Label It Publicity Stunt" (National Parks Traveler)

Source: Reuters, 04/04/2017