March 16, 2026

Senator takes aim at Amazon, questions 'Melania' movie deal

  • Democratic lawmakers are questioning if Amazon's deal for Melania Trump's documentary violated federal anti-bribery laws.

  • A letter to Amazon's CEO, exclusively shared with USA TODAY in advance, demands answers on why the company paid what it did for the movie.

  • Amazon MGM Studios reportedly paid $40 million for the film.

Democratic lawmakers are questioning Amazon over concerns that its film studio's deal for first lady Melania Trump's documentary failed to comply with federal anti-bribery laws.


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By:  Kinsey Crowley
Source: USA TODAY