Donald Trump had not even been in office for a matter of moments before a campaign to impeach him was launched
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The billionaire was being sworn in as the campaign went up online
Spearheaded by two liberal groups, and , it is building the case that because Trump is holding on to ownership of his luxury hotel and golf course chain, he is breaching constitutions which could lead to the public's faith being undermined in his decision making.
Ethics experts have also warned his financial holdings could possibly lead to constitutional violations.
While their campaign is early, the groups believe they have a shot at impeaching the president, and aren't concerned at any potential angry backlash from those who say Trump should be given a chance.
Ron Fein, legal director at Free Speech for People told the:“If we were wait for all the ill effects that could come from this, too much damage to our democracy would occur.
“It will undermine faith in basic institutions. If nothing else, it’s important for Americans to trust that the president is doing what he thinks is the right thing … not that it would help jump-start a stalled casino project in another country.”
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It cited Trump's International Hotel as being a potential reason for impeachmentCredit: AP:Associated Press
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Ethics experts have given warnings about his business interests
Among them is the American Civil Liberties Union, which is planning to wield public-records requests and lawsuits in an attempt to protect immigrants.
Anthony D. Romero, the ACLU’s executive director told the Washington Post: “We think that President Trump will be in violation of the Constitution and federal statutes on day one, and we plan a vigorous offense to ensure the worst of the constitutional violations do not occur.
“We may have a new president, but we have the same old system of checks and balances."
The group believes soon many other organisations will join the cause.
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The Industrial Bank of China is also paying rent in Trump Tower in New York, which could be viewed as a gift from a foreign powerCredit: Getty Images
They argue that Trump will instantly be violating the U.S. Constitution’s Foreign Emoluments Clause, which means a president cannot accept a gift or benefit from another foreign leader or government.
Fein cited several examples, which included the Industrial & Commerical Bank of China paying rent for its space in Trump Tower in New York and spending by foreign diplomats who are staying at Trump's hotel in Washington, along with other properties he owns.
He also mentioned the president's business partner in the Philippines who was named as a special envoy to America.
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