Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced a hold on the Department of Justice nominees in response to President Trump's acceptance of a $400 million luxury jet from Qatar. Citing potential violations of the Constitution's Emoluments Clause, Schumer termed the deal 'naked corruption' and underscored the national security risks involved. He demanded further clarity from the Trump administration regarding the implications of this gift before lifting the hold on nominations. Schumer's actions reflect deep concerns within the Senate about ethical governance and foreign influence in U.S. politics.
In light of the deeply troubling news of a possible Qatari-funded Air Force One, and the reports that the Attorney General personally signed off on this clearly unethical deal, I am announcing a hold on all DOJ political nominees, until we get more answers.
The slowdown of the nomination process would remain in place until we get more answers on the gift, which could potentially violate the Constitution's Emoluments Clause.
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