hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Calls on President, envoy, and officials to comply with emoluments clause.
Rep. Raskin (D-MD), and 30 Democratic co-sponsors.
Introduced in the House, referred to committee.
This resolution expresses the House's opinion that President Donald Trump, Special Envoy Steven Witkoff, and all federal officials should immediately turn over foreign payments to the Treasury and sell off business interests tied to foreign governments, specifically mentioning the United Arab Emirates. It was introduced by Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD) and co-sponsored by other Democrats. As a "sense of the House" resolution, it states the chamber's position but does not create new law. It has been referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for consideration.
Introduced Apr 16, 2026
This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 16, 2026, and sent to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. For it to advance, the committee would typically hold hearings and vote on whether to send it to the full House for a vote. If passed by the House, "sense of the House" resolutions do not go to the Senate or the President for signature, as they are not laws, but rather statements of position.
If this resolution passes, it would put public pressure on officials like President Trump and Special Envoy Witkoff to disclose payments from foreign governments and divest from related business interests, as the resolution explicitly states they "must comply." While this resolution itself doesn't create new legal requirements, it highlights existing constitutional obligations. It aims to increase transparency and reinforce ethical standards for federal officials dealing with foreign entities, particularly concerning financial ties with countries like the United Arab Emirates.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue the resolution upholds the Constitution's Foreign Emoluments Clause and prevents conflicts of interest from foreign financial ties.
Critics Say
The bill text itself does not present specific counterarguments or criticisms from opposing viewpoints.
Proponents of the resolution, primarily House Democrats, believe it's essential to ensure federal officials maintain undivided loyalty to the American people, free from foreign financial influence. They point to specific financial transactions involving former President Trump, Special Envoy Witkoff, and UAE entities as potential violations of the Emoluments Clause and a risk to national security. The resolution does not include arguments from those who might disagree with its specific claims or its underlying premise.