It is nevertheless shocking to see the brazenness of the ethical conflicts and watch the first family celebrate its good fortune. Yet, businesses owned by Mr. Trump are making a mint from the governments of other countries and not even notifying lawmakers. Foreign diplomats are flocking to his Washington hotel, down the street from the White House, to spend money and curry favor with the administration. To make matters — or at the very least appearances — worse, this occurred after Mr. Trump toned down his harsh talk toward Beijing. But they are worth pursuing because they keep the pressure on Mr. Trump to divest his businesses.

Source: New York Times March 11, 2017 03:11 UTC