More Articles of Impeachment: Donald J. Trump
Articles of Impeachment: Donald J. Trump – Expanded Cryptocurrency & Foreign Emoluments Violations
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This document builds on the previously drafted 40 Articles of Impeachment, outlining constitutional, legal, and ethical violations committed by Donald J. Trump during and after his presidency. The following articles represent newly identified and expanded violations related to cryptocurrency, financial policy manipulation, foreign interference, and obstruction of justice.
Article 41: Unconstitutional Acceptance of Foreign Emoluments via Cryptocurrency
Violation: Article I, Section 9, Clause 8 (Emoluments Clause)
Summary: Donald J. Trump personally profited from the purchase of over $68 million in Trump-branded cryptocurrency by foreign nationals and/or individuals under investigation. These transactions constitute the acceptance of financial gifts from foreign entities without the consent of Congress.
Article 42: Domestic Emoluments Violation through Crypto Promotion
Violation: Article II, Section 1, Clause 7
Summary: While shaping or influencing national cryptocurrency policy, Donald J. Trump held significant undisclosed financial interests (estimated at 40% of his portfolio) in a personal cryptocurrency brand. This direct conflict violates constitutional prohibitions on domestic emoluments and abuse of office.
Article 43: Securities Fraud and Violation of SEC Oversight
Violation: Securities Act of 1933; Federal Trade Commission Act
Summary: Trump's promotion and financial gain from a personal cryptocurrency that functions as an investment vehicle constitutes a likely unregistered security. The lack of registration and transparency, particularly in light of his celebrity influence and government role, echoes prior high-profile crypto enforcement cases.
Article 44: Obstruction of Justice via Financial Quid Pro Quo
Violation: 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (Obstruction of Proceedings)
Summary: Evidence indicates that a foreign national under federal investigation purchased Trump’s cryptocurrency, after which the case was dismissed by a judge with potential Trump-related influence. This transaction represents obstruction of justice and manipulation of federal proceedings for personal or political gain.
Article 45: Bribery and Financial Influence Peddling
Violation: 18 U.S.C. § 201 (Bribery of Public Officials)
Summary: Trump’s policy decisions and public endorsements regarding cryptocurrency, while simultaneously profiting from those endorsements and foreign transactions, constitutes bribery. The pattern of enrichment linked to public acts violates both federal bribery statutes and the principles of public service ethics.
These five new articles extend the case for impeachment based on verifiable financial misconduct, constitutional violations, and abuse of power. Additional supporting documentation, transaction histories, and SEC regulatory correspondence should be appended for legal review and congressional markup.
Total Articles to Date: 45
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