Below is a formal proposal designed for presentation to the United States Congress in an official capacity. It expands the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) to include political parties, members of Congress, state elected officials, appointees, and judges, with clear definitions, conditions, and consequences aligned with the U.S. Constitution.
Title: Proposal for the Expansion and Clarification of the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) to Safeguard United States Political Integrity
Date: [Insert Date]
Presented to: The Congress of the United States of America
Introduction
The sovereignty and integrity of the United States depend on the unwavering allegiance of its elected officials, political parties, appointees, and federal employees to the interests of the American people. The Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA), enacted in 1938, mandates transparency for individuals and entities acting as agents of foreign principals. However, its current scope does not adequately address the potential for foreign influence within our domestic political structures. This proposal seeks to amend and expand FARA to include political parties, members of Congress, state elected officials, appointees—including judges—and federal employees, ensuring that all such positions serve exclusively the interests of the United States. By clarifying the conditions under which these entities may be classified as foreign agents, establishing strict requirements for allegiance, and defining consequences for violations, this proposal reinforces the constitutional framework and protects the trust of the American people.
Section 1: Purpose and Objectives
The purpose of this proposal is to:
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Expand FARA to encompass all individuals and entities in positions of political power or governance within the United States.
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Define clear conditions under which these entities may be deemed foreign agents due to advocacy for foreign nations.
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Mandate that all such positions hold sole allegiance to the United States, prohibiting dual citizenship and the creation of laws or policies favoring foreign nations.
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Establish violations of these requirements as “bad behavior,” with consequences including recall, removal, or abolishment of tainted laws, legislation, rules, or policies.
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Align these modifications with the U.S. Constitution to ensure legal and democratic integrity.
Section 2: Definitions
To provide clarity and enforceability, the following terms are defined:
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2.1 Political Party: Any organization that nominates candidates for public office at the federal, state, or local level.
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2.2 Elected Official: Any individual elected to a federal, state, or local office, including members of Congress and state legislators.
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2.3 Appointee: Any individual appointed to a federal, state, or local government position, including judges, cabinet members, and other officials.
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2.4 Federal Employee: Any individual employed by the federal government in a capacity related to governance or policy-making.
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2.5 Foreign Agent Activity: Engaging in actions—including legislation, law-making, public advocacy, or policy decisions—at the direction of, or for the primary benefit of, a foreign principal (government, political party, or entity), as determined by evidence of intent, funding, or coordination.
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2.6 Sole Allegiance: Exclusive loyalty to the United States, demonstrated by the absence of dual citizenship and the creation of laws, legislation, rules, or policies that serve only U.S. interests.
Section 3: Expansion of FARA Registration Requirements
3.1 Scope of Inclusion
- Political parties, elected officials (including members of Congress and state officials), appointees (including judges), and federal employees shall be subject to FARA if they engage in Foreign Agent Activity.
3.2 Conditions for Classification as a Foreign Agent
An individual or entity shall be classified as a foreign agent under FARA if they:
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Advocate for the interests of a foreign nation through legislation, law-making, public statements, or policy decisions that favor a foreign principal over U.S. interests.
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Receive funding, instructions, or compensation from a foreign principal to influence U.S. governance.
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Violate the Constitution by enacting laws or policies that undermine U.S. sovereignty or favor foreign nations, as determined by judicial review or oversight.
3.3 Registration Obligations
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Upon engaging in Foreign Agent Activity, affected parties must register with the Department of Justice within 10 days, disclosing:
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All contacts with foreign entities.
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Funding sources tied to foreign principals.
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Specific activities undertaken on behalf of foreign interests.
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Section 4: Requirements for Sole Allegiance
4.1 Prohibition on Dual Citizenship
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No elected official, appointee, or federal employee may hold dual citizenship. Current officeholders must renounce foreign citizenship within 90 days of this act’s enactment or vacate their position.
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Rationale: Dual citizenship may create conflicts of loyalty, undermining the sole allegiance required for governance of the United States.
4.2 Legislative and Policy Restrictions
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All laws, legislation, rules, and policies created by political parties, elected officials, appointees, or federal employees must exclusively serve the interests of the United States.
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Any action found to favor a foreign nation under any condition—whether through intent, effect, or foreign influence—shall be deemed a violation of FARA and subject to review.
Section 5: Consequences for Violations
5.1 Classification as “Bad Behavior”
- Failure to register as a foreign agent when required, or engaging in Foreign Agent Activity without disclosure, constitutes “bad behavior” and a violation of the public trust, aligning with constitutional standards for removal (e.g., Article I, Section 5, and Article II, Section 4).
5.2 Specific Consequences
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For Elected Officials:
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Grounds for impeachment, expulsion (per Article I, Section 5), or state-level recall where applicable.
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Immediate ineligibility for re-election or appointment.
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For Political Parties:
- Loss of ballot access, legal recognition, or federal funding.
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For Appointees (Including Judges):
- Removal from office via impeachment (for federal judges) or administrative action (for other appointees).
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For Federal Employees:
- Termination of employment and potential criminal prosecution under existing FARA penalties.
5.3 Abolishment of Tainted Laws
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Any law, legislation, rule, or policy enacted under the influence of undisclosed Foreign Agent Activity may be:
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Challenged in federal court for invalidation.
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Subject to legislative repeal or amendment upon recommendation by an oversight body.
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Determination of foreign influence shall be based on evidence of intent, funding, or coordination with a foreign principal.
Section 6: Oversight and Enforcement
6.1 Establishment of Oversight Body
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A Foreign Influence Review Board (FIRB) shall be created within the Department of Justice to:
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Monitor compliance with FARA among political entities and officials.
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Investigate allegations of Foreign Agent Activity.
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Recommend disciplinary actions or legal challenges to tainted laws.
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6.2 Constitutional Alignment
- The FIRB shall operate within constitutional bounds, respecting separation of powers and judicial review (e.g., Article III). Its findings shall serve as recommendations to Congress, state legislatures, or courts for action.
Section 7: Public Transparency
- All FARA registrations, disclosures, and FIRB findings shall be publicly accessible via a federal database, ensuring the American people can hold their representatives accountable.
Section 8: Constitutional Justification
This proposal aligns with the U.S. Constitution as follows:
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Article I, Section 5: Grants Congress the power to judge the qualifications of its members and expel them for misconduct, including “bad behavior” tied to foreign influence.
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Article II, Section 4: Provides for impeachment of federal officials for treason, bribery, or other high crimes, encompassing unregistered Foreign Agent Activity.
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Article VI, Clause 2 (Supremacy Clause): Reinforces that federal laws like FARA supersede conflicting state actions, ensuring uniform application.
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First Amendment: Preserves free speech while regulating undisclosed foreign influence, a recognized national security concern (e.g., Schenck v. United States, 1919).
The prohibition on dual citizenship and foreign-favoring legislation, while not explicitly addressed in the Constitution, serves the overarching purpose of protecting national sovereignty, a core constitutional principle.
Conclusion
The sole purpose of political parties, members of Congress, state elected officials, appointees, judges, and federal employees is the governance of the United States for the benefit of its citizens. This proposal expands and clarifies FARA to ensure that any advocacy for a foreign nation triggers classification as a foreign agent, with strict requirements for allegiance and transparency. By establishing violations as “bad behavior” with consequences such as recall, removal, or abolishment of tainted laws, we safeguard the democratic process and uphold the trust of the American people. We urge Congress to adopt these amendments to protect our nation’s integrity and align with the Constitution’s enduring principles.
This proposal is structured for formal presentation, printed submission, and congressional review, balancing legal precision with the user’s intent to prioritize U.S. interests exclusively.
