Historian Alleges Florida Sunshine Law Violations in Trump Library Land Vote

Allegations of Sunshine Law Violations

• 💡 A South Florida historian, Marvin Dunn, alleges that the Miami Dade College Board of Trustees violated Florida's Sunshine Laws.
• 📌 The violation is claimed to have occurred during the vote to convey a 2.5-acre property to the state for the Donald J. Trump Presidential Library.
• 🎯 Dunn asserts that the land was taken from the public without adequate consultation or transparency.

Details of the Complaint

• 🔍 Dunn's complaint, filed with the Miami Dade State Attorney's Office, states the board voted to convey the land exactly 7 days after the state requested it.
• 🗣️ He claims the item was not discussed during the board's meeting, yet was passed unanimously, suggesting behind-the-scenes discussions.
• 💰 The historian also alleges the deal will create substantial private financial gain for President Trump and his family.

Land Value and Development Potential

• 📈 The property, located next to the Freedom Tower in downtown Miami, is appraised at around $67 million.
• 🏗️ The land deal permits the library to be only a part of the development, which could also include retail areas, hotels, or condos.
• ⚖️ Dunn argues that no president, including former President Obama, should be given such valuable land for free for a library.

Response and Next Steps

• ✅ The Vice Chair of the Miami Dade College Board of Trustees, Roberto Alonzo, stated that the board followed all applicable Florida sunshine guidelines.
• ⚖️ Marvin Dunn is also considering filing a lawsuit and is consulting with a lawyer regarding his next steps.