Lawmakers Call for DOJ Investigation Into $TRUMP Coin Event Amid Ethics Violation Claims
U.S. Congressmen Sean Casten and Adam Smith are leading a group of 35 House Democrats in demanding a Department of Justice probe into a controversial dinner for major $TRUMP meme coin investors. The lawmakers argue the event may breach federal bribery laws and the Constitution’s foreign emoluments clause by potentially allowing foreign influence on U.S. policy decisions.
The exclusive gathering, which hosted 220 top $TRUMP holders, has raised ethical concerns about cryptocurrency’s role in political fundraising. The letter highlights increasing scrutiny of digital assets in political campaigns as the 2024 election approaches.