President Donald Trump is expected to back a bipartisan ethics amendment tied to the CLARITY Act, potentially resolving a major Senate impasse just days before the August recess. Anthony Scaramucci expressed confidence that Trump will approve the deal worked out by Senators Thom Tillis and Ruben Gallego, warning lawmakers who oppose it could face political fallout in November.
Details of the Bipartisan Ethics Agreement
The bipartisan package, submitted to the White House for review, aims to address concerns raised during negotiations by giving state attorneys general enforcement powers alongside federal prosecutors. This change responds directly to Democratic objections about the original enforcement provisions, which limited authority to federal officials only. The exact wording of the compromise remains under wraps, but it signals a significant step toward resolving the ethics issues blocking the CLARITY Act's progress.
Countdown to Senate Vote
With just one week left before the Senate’s August recess, the stakes are high. Senator Cynthia Lummis indicated a vote could happen before lawmakers break, highlighting the urgency. Scaramucci noted that if either Democrats or Republicans sabotage the agreement, they could regret it during the upcoming elections. The president’s endorsement might be the nudge the legislation needs to move forward, but the final outcome still depends on the full Senate’s approval.
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