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Trump's IRS deal violates the Domestic Emoluments Clause

Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington

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    On September 8, 2026, CREW filed a motion for leave to submit an amicus brief supporting the plaintiffs in Floyd v. Department of Justice, case 1:26-cv-01399-LMB-IDD in the Eastern District of Virginia. The proposed brief was attached as document 163-1. CREW published its explanation on September 9.

    September 9, 2026 publication date and opening paragraph

    CREW challenges Trump's IRS immunity under the Domestic Emoluments Clause · Amicus brief submitted with motion for leave; constitutional violation alleged