Trump Dinner Sparks Corruption Concerns: House Speaker Deflects Calls for Investigation

House Speaker Mike Johnson has dismissed concerns surrounding President Donald Trump’s dinner with top memecoin holders, claiming ignorance of the event and refusing to comment on its purpose. Despite calls from 35 House Democrats for an investigation into potential foreign investment violations, Johnson said he knew nothing about the gathering. Johnson asserted his lack of knowledge, focusing instead on passing a $1.6 trillion federal budget bill. Democrats are demanding transparency regarding the attendees, arguing they might be accepting foreign contributions in violation of bribery statutes and the Foreign Emoluments Clause.