Topic: Foreign Gifts

Media concerns regarding Trump's business interests and the Emoluments Clause of the Constitution are addressed. Critics suggest that foreign diplomats staying at the Trump International Hotel could constitute illegal "gifts." The hosts argue that paying market rate for a hotel room does not meet the constitutional definition of a gift.

Andrea Mitchell reported that President Obama is reassuring European leaders that Donald Trump will not withdraw from NATO. The hosts argue the media is misrepresenting Trump's previous criticisms of NATO funding as a "promise" to leave. The discussion also touches on the 500 companies and 65 properties owned by Trump and the legalities of foreign gifts.