Federal Appeals Court Revives Emoluments Lawsuit Against Trump

The transcript discusses a lawsuit against President Trump, revived by the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, filed by New York and DC restaurant owners. The case involves the Emoluments Clause, which prohibits U.S. officials from accepting foreign payments. The restaurant owners claim they lose business to Trump establishments, as foreign officials prefer them to gain favor. This is one of several emoluments lawsuits against Trump, including one by congressional Democrats and another by Maryland and DC Attorneys General. The latter was dismissed but may be reconsidered after Trump's G7 summit proposal at his Doral hotel.

What is the main argument of the restaurant owners' lawsuit against President Trump?

• They believe Trump's establishments offer better prices.

• They think Trump's establishments have better locations.

• They claim Trump's establishments are more luxurious.

• They argue foreign officials prefer Trump's establishments to gain favor.

Which clause of the Constitution is central to the lawsuits against President Trump?

• The Commerce Clause

• The Establishment Clause

• The Supremacy Clause

• The Emoluments Clause

Who filed another emoluments lawsuit against President Trump besides the restaurant owners?

• A coalition of business owners

• A group of state governors

• Hundreds of congressional Democrats

• A group of foreign diplomats

What was the outcome of the lawsuit filed by the Attorneys General of Maryland and Washington DC?

• It was transferred to another jurisdiction.

• It was settled out of court.

• It was dismissed by the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals.

• It was upheld by the Supreme Court.

Why did the Attorneys General request a new hearing for their lawsuit?

• Because of new evidence against Trump.

• Due to a change in the Emoluments Clause.

• After Trump suggested hosting the G7 summit at his hotel.

• Following a public protest.