Rep. Subramanyam Introduces Bill Package to Stop Trump Administration Corruption

September 3, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) has introduced a package of bills that would crack down on the Trump administration’s corruption. The legislative package includes three bills: The JARED Act, the No Pardon Paydays Act, and the Government Travel Transparency Act. “This administration is the most corrupt in modern American history. Every American is paying the price while this administration lines their pockets and dishes out favors to their friends. We refuse to stand by and watch this unfold. There must be consequences for this corruption while we work to restore the American people’s trust,” said Rep. Subramanyam. The Justice and Accountability for Representatives Engaged in Diplomacy (JARED) Act is co-led by Oversight Committee Ranking Member Robert Garcia (D-CA). It would extend ethics requirements to any individual who engages in negotiations on behalf of the U.S. government, including preventing individuals from engaging in negotiations in their direct financial interest. President Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner has been heavily involved in multiple negotiations with foreign governments where he also does business, including at a time when he was acting as a private citizen. “It is unacceptable that Jared Kushner raised billions of dollars and influenced foreign policy to his financial benefit while conducting negotiations on behalf of the United States. Not once was he required to submit any financial disclosures or undergo any oversight. This bill will strengthen transparency in U.S. foreign negotiations and create greater accountability,” said Ranking Member Garcia . “Those who represent our country abroad are entrusted with an awesome responsibility. Abusing that trust for private gain and personal profit erodes public trust, and more importantly, it risks creating conflicts of interest that might compromise U.S. foreign policy and national security,” said Debra Perlin , Vice President for Policy at CREW. “CREW is proud to endorse this legislation, which ensures that purported agents or representatives of the federal government who engage with foreign nations, or solicit things of value on behalf of the U.S., obtain the proper background checks, disclose potential conflicts and remain accountable for their conduct.” The No Pardon Paydays Act is co-led by Assistant Democratic Leader Joe Neguse (D-CO) and Vice Chair of the Democratic Caucus Ted Lieu (D-CA). It would prevent corruption in the pardon process by requiring the Pardon Attorney to submit a review to Congress of any criminal history of the pardon recipient. It would also prohibit pardon recipients from making high dollar contributions to political committees associated with the President who granted the pardon. President Trump has handed out blanket pardons to January 6th insurrectionists and those who padded his pockets – and did not distinguish between those who engaged in acts of violence. Many of the January 6th insurrectionists who received pardons have since committed new crimes. “Donald Trump has repeatedly abused the presidential pardon power to give get out of jail free cards to violent, convicted felons who assaulted Capitol Police officers on January 6th, and benefit close political allies and the members of his inner circle. This cannot stand. That’s why I’m proud to join Rep. Subramanyam’s effort to put a commonsense check on presidential pardons, ensuring regardless of who’s in the White House, the power is used fairly and responsibly,” said Assistant Democratic Leader Neguse. “Time and time again, Trump uses pardons as favors for his pals and donors. This blatant corruption is dangerous to our democracy and our communities,” said Congressman Lieu . “I am pleased to partner with Rep. Subramanyam on the No Pardon Paydays Act , which would mitigate the perverse practice of paying for Presidential pardons. You should not be able to buy your way out of justice, no matter how much money you donate to the President.” The Government Travel Transparency Act is a commonsense bill to provide transparency over how officials are using taxpayer funded aircraft. Federal government aircraft are supposed to be used only when they are the most cost-effective mode of travel. There have been multiple reports of administration officials, including FBI Director Kash Patel, former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, and Vice President JD Vance, using government aircraft for personal use.