House Resolution 1220 is a formal statement by the U.S. House of Representatives condemning the attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump on April 25, 2026, at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. The resolution also acknowledges previous assassination attempts on July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pennsylvania, and September 15, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Florida. Additionally, it recognizes the critical role of the Department of Homeland Security in protecting national leaders and emphasizes the importance of law enforcement agencies in ensuring the safety of public officials.
Supporters of the resolution, including its primary sponsor Rep. Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ), have emphasized the necessity of formally denouncing violence against elected officials and highlighting the bravery of law enforcement personnel during such incidents. Media outlets like Breitbart have reported on the resolution's introduction, noting its focus on condemning the assassination attempts and recognizing the Department of Homeland Security's mission. The resolution has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee and the Committee on Homeland Security for further consideration.
Critics of the resolution argue that it may be used to politicize the issue of violence against public officials, potentially diverting attention from broader concerns about political violence and security. Some media outlets have expressed concerns that the resolution could be perceived as a partisan move, especially given its introduction by a Republican representative and its focus on President Trump. Additionally, there is skepticism about the resolution's effectiveness in addressing the root causes of political violence and ensuring the safety of all public officials, regardless of party affiliation.
The bill in question, H.Res. 1220, is primarily concerned with national security and the protection of the President. The sponsor of the bill, Abraham Hamadeh, has received significant campaign donations from two primary industries: Health Professionals and Retirees. There is no direct overlap between the subject matter of the bill and the industries that have donated to Hamadeh's campaign. The only potential conflict of interest detected is with the 'Retired' industry, which has donated $25,000,000 to Hamadeh. However, this overlap is based on the broad sector of 'Government Operations and Politics', which is a common area for many bills and does not necessarily indicate a specific conflict of interest. Given the lack of direct connection between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor's donors, the risk of a conflict of interest is low.
These industries are both affected by this bill and among the sponsor's top donors.
| Industry | Match Type | Related Subject | Donations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retired (W06) | Sector | Government Operations and Politics | $25,000,000 |
| Total from overlapping industries | $25,000,000 | ||
Top industries funding Abraham Hamadeh, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
