Dems Introduce Bill to Curb Apparent Bribery Related to Trump Ballroom Donations
In response to mounting concerns, Senators Elizabeth Warren and Robert Garcia introduced the Stop Ballroom Bribery Act, targeting apparent corruption surrounding President Trump’s $300 million White House ballroom project. This legislation aims to restrict donations from entities with potential conflicts of interest and prevent quid-pro-quo arrangements, as key donors have business interests before the administration. The bill seeks to ensure transparency by requiring the disclosure of meetings with senior federal officials and the publication of all donations. Furthermore, it imposes pre- and post-donation restrictions, including a two-year cooling-off period for lobbyists and banning anonymous donations, with provisions for enforcement and penalties.
John Q. Hosedrinker