Swiss politicians want Rolex gift to President Trump investigated under bribery laws
Swiss politicians are calling for an investigation into gifts given to President Trump, specifically a Rolex desk clock and a gold bar, under bribery laws. Raphaël Mahaim, a Green Party MP, has raised concerns that the value of these gifts could far exceed permissible limits according to Swiss law, suggesting they are not merely minor benefits. The gifts were presented during a visit by Swiss officials to the White House in early November, shortly before the Trump administration announced a reduction in tariffs on Swiss watch imports. Rolex confirmed that the desk clock was given as a gift intended for the people of the United States, aiming to symbolize the mutual respect between Switzerland and the U.S. The Swiss attorney-general's office is currently reviewing the complaints received, though this does not guarantee that a criminal investigation will follow. The situation highlights the complexities surrounding diplomatic gifts and the potential implications under international bribery legislation.
