A group of Miami residents and other plaintiffs file a lawsuit against Donald Trump and the state of Florida, alleging that Florida improperly transfers waterfront land meant for a proposed presidential library and related museum. The plaintiffs say that almost three acres of prime waterfront property previously associated with Miami Dade College is gifted to Trump after action by Florida’s Republican governor, Ron DeSantis. They argue the transfer is unconstitutional and that using state-donated land for a development tied to Trump’s personal plans would violate constitutional limits on gifts and benefits from states.
Several outlets report that the plaintiffs claim the planned project—described by Trump as including a hotel and skyscraper component—would extend beyond a traditional presidential library purpose. The New York Times and others also cite the domestic emoluments clause, which bars the president from receiving money or gifts from state governments. The Hill reports the suit is filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, with claims brought by a Miami nonprofit, residents, and a student.
The lawsuit seeks judicial relief related to the validity of the land transfer and the proposed use of the property.
