But getting that ownership transferred over to Donald Trump eventually is a whole different layer of the scheme. Well, it is. And the Emoluments clause, the Constitution is quite clear. Presidents of the United States, like any other person in public office, are prohibited from getting any present from any foreign state unless Congress approves. And obviously we haven't approved. We will not approve. There's nothing to approve here. It is all to be shunned. (00:41–00:53)
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