House Oversight and Accountability Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) and Rep. Katie Porter (D-Calif.) aimed for bipartisan support for a White House ethics bill. However, three Democrats—Reps. Ro Khanna (Calif.), Raja Krishnamoorthi (Ill.), and Kweisi Mfume (Md.)—withdrew their support, allegedly after White House intervention, according to Porter.
Khanna cited concerns over the bill’s partisanship and its potential use against the Biden family as reasons for withdrawing. Mfume and Krishnamoorthi also noted a lack of bipartisan backing but denied White House pressure.
The bill mandates presidents and vice presidents to disclose foreign income and tax returns, addressing conflicts of interest and travel details on Air Force One. Despite initial support, Democratic concerns over the bill’s intent and partisanship have hindered progress. Comer remains committed to a bipartisan approach, while Porter insists on the bill’s potential to restore trust in government.
Despite setbacks, Porter remains hopeful for renewed Democratic support, emphasizing the bill’s role in strengthening democracy.
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