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Let’s Count the ways Trump has Shat on the Constitution

Jennifer Patricia and Carolyn Jay

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Today, we’re tackling a question that’s come up repeatedly since 2016: Which parts of the Constitution has Donald Trump violated—or is alleged to have violated?

Now, let’s be clear: There’s no official, court-verified list of constitutional provisions Trump has been found guilty of violating. But over the years, a range of legal scholars, watchdog groups, and even Congress have raised serious concerns about whether his actions have conflicted with the Constitution’s letter—or its spirit.

So today, we're breaking down the most important constitutional clauses and amendments that have been cited in impeachment proceedings, lawsuits, and public investigations involving the 45th president of the United States.