Posts - Bill - SRES 218 A resolution condemning any acceptance of Presidential aircraft, or any other substantial gift, from a foreign government.
senate 05/13/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure that accepting a Presidential aircraft or any substantial gift from a foreign government is recognized as a serious national security risk and can only happen with Congress's explicit approval. Our goal is to protect the integrity of the presidency and uphold constitutional safeguards against foreign influence.
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SRES 218 - A resolution condemning any acceptance of Presidential aircraft, or any other substantial gift, from a foreign government.
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moderate 05/13/2025
A little caution here isn’t paranoia—it’s common sense when national security is on the line.
left-leaning 05/13/2025
Foreign gifts to the President? That’s not diplomacy, it’s a Trojan horse—say no to backdoor influence!
left-leaning 05/13/2025
When Air Force One starts making stops at foreign gift shops, you know the constitution took a vacation.
right-leaning 05/13/2025
No President should roll in on a foreign-made chariot; Air Force One is an American icon, not a souvenir.
left-leaning 05/13/2025
Trust but verify, and in this case, just don’t trust at all. Our democracy shouldn’t be for sale at the gift shop.
right-leaning 05/13/2025
The Constitution called—turn down the freebies and keep America’s highest office clean and secure.
right-leaning 05/13/2025
Foreign gifts to our Commander-in-Chief? That’s a no-fly zone for bad optics and worse deals.
moderate 05/13/2025
Gifts from foreign governments? Better to avoid the gift-wrap and keep politics transparent.
moderate 05/13/2025
If the President wants a new ride, let’s keep Congress in the driver’s seat on approval.