
Schumer Blocks Trump Nominees Over Qatari Jet Deal
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is placing a hold on all of President Trump's judicial nominees after news broke of a possible Qatari-funded Air Force One. Schumer called the deal "deeply troubling" and said it appears to violate the emoluments clause. "In light of the deeply troubling news of a possible Qatari-funded Air Force One, and the reports that the attorney general personally signed off on this clearly unethical deal, I am announcing a hold on all DOJ political nominees, until we get more answers." Schumer said in a statement. He has called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to testify before the House and Senate to explain the deal. This move is likely to further intensify political tensions and may lead to a broader investigation into the matter. The potential implications for the future of Trump's judicial appointments and the ongoing scrutiny of his financial dealings remain to be seen.