Donald Trump's Discussions Of State Secrets With Australian Billionaire Exposed In Leaked Audio

Recently leaked recordings unveil an intricate relationship between former US President Donald J. Trump and Australian billionaire Anthony Pratt, chairman of a global paper and packaging conglomerate.

What Happened: Their association, marked by mutual benefits, has now come under the spotlight, revealing a blend of business, politics and personal interests, according to leaked audio recordings shared by "60 Minutes Australia."

Pratt's deep connections with Trump were evident through the former's membership at the Mar-a-Lago club and his presence at key events alongside the president. Their bond has raised eyebrows due to the nature of their interactions and the potential implications for national security, according to the New York Times.  

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Among the revelations, Pratt claimed that Trump shared classified details about American nuclear submarines, an allegation Trump denies. Pratt may have also overpaid for tickets to a Mar-a-Lago event, although that claim remains unconfirmed.

During Trump's tenure, Mar-a-Lago transformed into a nexus where the lines between official presidential duties and personal business often blurred. The resort reportedly became a marketplace where influential figures, like Pratt, sought proximity to the president, often in exchange for favors or financial contributions.

Secret recordings from "60 Minutes Australia" provide further insight into Pratt's perspective on Trump. Pratt likened Trump's business methods to mafia-like operations in the recordings and spoke of his ties with Rudolph W. Giuliani, Trump's attorney. 

While the full scope of Pratt's interactions with Trump has yet to be unraveled, the revelations underscore the transactional nature of the Trump era, where personal, business and political interests often intersected.

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