House Democrats Release Damning Report Revealing Foreign Governments Contributed Millions to Trump's Businesses
ICARO Media Group
In a new report released by House Democrats, it has been revealed that Donald Trump's businesses received at least $7.8 million from 20 foreign governments during his presidency. The shocking findings, described in a 156-page document titled "White House For Sale," provide solid evidence of the former president's involvement in conduct that House Republicans now accuse President Joe Biden of.
The report exposes how various foreign governments, including a major U.S. adversary, actively patronized Trump's businesses throughout his time in office. Notably, China emerged as the largest contributor, making a total payment of $5.5 million to Trump's properties. The money came from entities such as China's U.S. Embassy, the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, and Hainan Airlines Holding Company. Saudi Arabia was the second-largest customer, spending over $615,000 at the Trump World Tower and Trump International Hotel.
The transactions detailed in the report raise concerns about potential conflicts of interest and violations of the emoluments clause of the U.S. Constitution. The House Oversight Committee Democrats argue that Trump prioritized his own financial interests and the interests of corrupt foreign powers over the well-being of the American public.
In a foreword to the document, Representative Jamie Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland, wrote, "By elevating his personal financial interests and the policy priorities of corrupt foreign powers over the American public interest, former President Trump violated both the clear commands of the Constitution and the careful precedent set and observed by every previous commander in chief."
The release of this report comes at a time when House Republicans continue their attempts to build an impeachment case against President Joe Biden, accusing him of similar conduct. However, their investigations into Biden's alleged dealings have failed to produce any evidence thus far.
Eric Trump, the former president's son, responded to the report, calling the narrative presented by House Democrats "insane." He added, "There is no president in United States history who was tougher on China than Donald Trump."
These revelations add to the ongoing debates surrounding the influence of foreign entities on American politics and the need for stricter regulations to prevent conflicts of interest for future presidents. As the report makes its way through Congress, the implications of such transactions are likely to fuel further discussions and debates within the political landscape.