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Democratic report accuses Trump of overcharging Secret Service agents for stays at his D.C. hotel


A new report from House Democrats alleges that Donald Trump overcharged Secret Service agents for rooms at his hotel in Washington while he was president. The report also claims that foreign and domestic officials, including those seeking jobs in his administration or pardons, paid for rooms at the Trump International Hotel. The investigation focused on 11 months of Trump’s presidency, revealing instances where the hotel charged the Secret Service well above government per diem rates, among other questionable practices. The report outlines payments received by Trump’s corporation from domestic sources, including federal officials, appointees, and people seeking pardons, totalling $300,000 that potentially violated the emoluments clause of the Constitution.

While the report does not suggest a direct penalty for Trump, it highlights the need for Congress to strengthen legislation around enforcing the emoluments clause. Trump, who faced multiple lawsuits over alleged violations of the clause during his presidency, has largely avoided legal consequences. The report is part of a larger investigation by Democrats into financial benefits Trump received while in office, and it emphasizes the urgency of addressing corruption and conflicts of interest in government. The findings prompt a call to action for Congress to ensure that public officials prioritize the public interest over personal gain.

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