S.Res. 219 — A resolution directing the Senate Legal Counsel to bring a civil action in the name of the United States Senate to enforce the Foreign Emoluments Clause contained in clause 8 of section 9 of article I of the Constitution of the United States.

S.Res. 219 — A resolution directing the Senate Legal Counsel to bring a civil action in the name of the United States Senate to enforce the Foreign Emoluments Clause contained in clause 8 of section 9 of article I of the Constitution of the United States. | JustPolicyThe purpose of this resolution is to authorize the Senate Legal Counsel to take legal action to enforce a specific part of the U.S. Constitution known as the Foreign Emoluments Clause. This clause prohibits the President from accepting gifts, titles, or positions from foreign governments without the approval of Congress. The resolution aims to uphold this constitutional requirement, particularly in light of actions taken by President Donald Trump that are believed to violate this clause.