White House restricts lobbyist meetings after influence-peddling accusations

Trump's new chief of staff issued a memorandum requiring prior approval for staff meetings with lobbyists, following accusations of influence peddling. This marks a policy shift aimed at curbing potential conflicts of interest, though enforcement and scope remain unclear. The move signals an attempt to address ethics concerns within the administration.

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