H.Res. 1166 is a bill that proposes the expulsion of Representative Eric Swalwell from the United States House of Representatives. If passed, Swalwell would be removed from his position in the House.
Some media outlets have expressed support for H.Res. 1166, arguing that Swalwell's alleged connections to a suspected foreign spy represent a serious security risk. These outlets have suggested that Swalwell's removal would uphold the integrity of the House of Representatives and protect national security.
Other media outlets have criticized the bill, arguing that it is politically motivated. They have pointed out that Swalwell has not been charged with any crime, and that his interactions with the suspected spy took place before he was a member of Congress. These outlets suggest that the bill is an attempt to distract from other issues and undermine a political opponent.
Based on the available data, there appears to be a low risk of conflict of interest between the sponsor's donors and the bill's subject matter. The bill seeks to expel a representative from Congress, and the sponsor's donors include retired individuals and those from the securities, investment, and government sectors. The retired and government sectors overlap with the bill-affected industries, but this is a common overlap given the broad nature of these sectors and does not necessarily indicate a conflict of interest. The total amount donated by these overlapping industries is $157,500,000. However, it's important to note that these donations do not directly correlate with the bill's subject matter. The bill does not appear to favor these industries or provide them with any specific advantages.
These industries are both affected by this bill and among the sponsor's top donors.
| Industry | Match Type | Related Subject | Donations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retired (W06) | Sector | Congress | $112,500,000 |
| Government (W02) | Sector | Congress | $45,000,000 |
| Total from overlapping industries | $157,500,000 | ||
Top industries funding Anna Luna, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
