Appeals Court Agrees To Rehear Trump Emoluments Lawsuit

Appeals Court Agrees To Rehear Trump Emoluments Lawsuit

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The transcript discusses a lawsuit against President Trump, alleging illegal profits from his Washington DC hotel. The case, filed by Maryland and DC attorneys general, focuses on the Emoluments Clause, which prohibits U.S. officials from accepting foreign payments. Initially allowed to proceed by a federal judge, the case was later dismissed by an appeals court due to lack of standing. However, a full court will now rehear the case, with oral arguments set for December 12th.

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Who filed the suit against President Trump in 2017?

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What is the main legal issue surrounding President Trump's hotel profits?

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What does the Constitution's Emoluments Clause prohibit?

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What was the outcome of the 3 judge panel's decision regarding the suit?

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When are the oral arguments for the case scheduled?

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