Trump's $1 Billion Peace Board Proposal Sparks Controversy

The Trump administration reportedly drafted a charter requiring countries to pay $1 billion for membership on a new 'Board of Peace' with President Trump as the inaugural chairman. The White House refutes these claims, stating membership would depend on nations' commitment to peace, not a fee.

The Trump administration has allegedly proposed a $1 billion membership fee for countries wishing to join a new international 'Board of Peace', according to a Bloomberg report released Saturday.

The draft charter mentions U.S. President Donald Trump would be the board's inaugural chairman, with memberships lasting up to three years, contingent upon renewal by Trump. However, the White House has labeled the report as 'misleading'.

The administration emphasized that participation on the board requires a commitment to peace, security, and prosperity, rather than a financial contribution. The U.S. State Department directed inquiries to previous statements made by Trump and his envoy Steve Witkoff, which omitted any reference to the fee.

(With inputs from agencies.)