A resolution condemning any financial compensation from the Department of Justice to President Donald Trump tied to previous Federal investigations into his unlawful actions.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 470

119th Congress

A resolution condemning any financial compensation from the Department of Justice to President Donald Trump tied to previous Federal investigations into his unlawful actions.

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 28, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Jacky Rosen

D - NV

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Government Operations and Politics

Summary

Condemns any financial compensation from the Department of Justice to President Trump tied to previous federal investigations, opposing an alleged $230 million demand. The resolution cites ethics concerns including the removal of senior DOJ ethics officials and calls for recusal of officials with ties to the President from reviewing the administrative complaints.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S7786-7787)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

Condemns any financial compensation from the Department of Justice to President Trump tied to previous federal investigations, opposing an alleged $230 million demand. The resolution cites ethics concerns including the removal of senior DOJ ethics officials and calls for recusal of officials with ties to the President from reviewing the administrative complaints.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Condemns Trump demand for $230 million from DOJ for investigation damages
Cites removal of 3 senior DOJ ethics officials in 2025
Notes potential violations of Domestic Emoluments Clause
Calls for DOJ officials with ties to Trump to recuse from review
Introduced during October 2025 government shutdown

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Raises constitutional and ethical questions about executive branch self-dealing. Taxpayers would fund any compensation payment to the President. DOJ independence and prosecutorial integrity are central concerns. The resolution reflects partisan opposition to the administration's actions. Removed ethics officials named in the resolution include the senior career ethics official, Office of Professional Responsibility director, and Departmental Ethics Office director.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Government Operations and Politics

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

470, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution condemning any financial compensation from the Department of Justice to President Donald Trump tied to previous Federal investigations into his unlawful actions.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-sres-470