On the recordSeptember 24, 2019
The Constitution is very, very clear that the President cannot receive an emolument from a foreign power, prince or State, or from the United States beyond his salary, or from a State.
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John Garamendi emphasizes the constitutional prohibition on presidential emoluments.
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