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In an internal investigation, lawyers for the Trump transition team looked into allegations against Boris Epshteyn, who has been accused of pressuring officials seeking positions in the administration for personal gain. The claims emerged when former Missouri Governor Eric Greitens asserted in a sworn declaration that Epshteyn implied a financial arrangement in exchange for supporting his nomination for a governmental role. Epshteyn, who allegedly requested substantial fees for his services, has rejected the allegations as false and defamatory. The review of consulting agreements extended beyond Epshteyn, involving other individuals associated with the Trump campaign, as part of standard procedure to ensure ethical practices within the administration.