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Investigate Qatar's Boeing 747-8 Gift to President Trump

To: Sen. Merkley, Sen. Wyden, Rep. Bynum

From: A constituent in Happy Valley, OR

May 11

The gift of a luxury Boeing 747-8 aircraft from Qatar to President Trump raises serious concerns about potential violations of the Emoluments Clause of the Constitution. This clause prohibits federal officials from receiving personal gifts from foreign states without congressional approval. The lavish "flying palace" jet, valued at an extraordinary amount, would constitute an unconstitutional emolument if accepted by the president for personal use after leaving office. It is imperative that ethical boundaries are maintained and the rule of law upheld. Appropriate measures should be taken to ensure compliance with constitutional principles and prevent any abuse of power or conflicts of interest. The American people deserve full transparency and accountability from their elected leaders.

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