Trump Organization Unveils New Ethics Plan Amidst Foreign Deal Concerns
The Trump Organization reveals a revised ethics plan for the president-elect's second term, allowing deals with foreign companies while limiting his management involvement.
The Trump Organization on Friday unveiled a new ethics plan that it says will limit President-elect Donald Trump’s involvement in management decisions and other aspects of the business while he is in the White House.
Trump Organization to limit president-elect's involvement under new ethics plan
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But the closer one looks at some of the relevant details, the greater the cause for concern.
Ethics pledge from Trump Organization faces immediate pushback
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The Trump Organization's foreign deals pledge leaves some wiggle room
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The Trump Organization is dedicated to not just meeting but vastly exceeding its legal and ethical obligations during my father’s Presidency… we have not only implemented a series of robust ethical standards, but also appointed one of the most respected attorneys in the country to guide our company while my father serves to make America great again.
Donald Trump's company will avoid deals with foreign governments but not foreign companies
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Although Trump is not required to take these steps, previous presidents have moved more aggressively to divest themselves of their businesses or place their holdings in blind trusts to avoid the appearance of self-dealing – a distinction often noted by ethics watchdogs during Trump’s political career.
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The Trump company is not banning private foreign deals, a break with its first term policy
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The announcement comes ahead of Trump’s Jan. 20 inauguration and as his business interests are sure to be a point of contention for critics who worry the Trump family will profit from the presidency.
Trump’s company unveils its ethics guidelines for his second term
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Trump Org Not Banning Private Foreign Deals, in Break With 1st Term
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Summary
The Trump Organization has announced a new ethics plan for President-elect Donald Trump, which limits his involvement in the company while permitting new business dealings with foreign entities. Unlike during his first term, the new plan only restricts transactions with foreign governments, raising concerns among ethics watchdogs about potential conflicts of interest. The organization has appointed William Burck as an outside ethics advisor to oversee transactions exceeding certain thresholds. This shift highlights an ongoing debate surrounding Trump’s financial interests and influence on foreign policy during his presidency.
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