latest event
America First Action
April 30, 2018
Members of the pro-Trump PAC dined with President Trump at the hotel. The list of attendees was not disclosed.
When Donald Trump became president, his Pennsylvania Avenue hotel quickly turned into a Republican power center where foreign governments, political groups, religious organizations and business interests have held dozens of events. The president and his family are regulars there, and the business appears to be flourishing.
Trump International Hotel in Washington now figures in a potentially historic legal case alleging that the president improperly receives payments from state and foreign governments through the hotel – payments banned under the Constitution's emoluments clause. Although Trump resigned from management of his hotel and real estate company when he entered the White House, he still benefits financially from the business.
The Trump Organization says it does not pursue business with foreign governments and donates much of the profits from those customers.
There is no public log of events at Trump’s properties. In order to determine who is doing business with the Washington hotel, Post reporters scoured social media postings, campaign finance documents, publicly posted invitations and made visits to the venue. Weddings, happy hours and small social events have been omitted from this list.
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America First Action
April 30, 2018
Members of the pro-Trump PAC dined with President Trump at the hotel. The list of attendees was not disclosed.
business interests
National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association
April 22, 2018
This industry group held its annual conference in Washington, and its board of directors meeting at the Trump hotel.
advocacy and charity
Foundation for Liberty and American Greatness
April 21, 2018
FLAG is "dedicated to promoting and providing high-quality civics education that informs students and families about the greatness of America and the power of the American Dream." This was its first annual spring gala.
advocacy and charity
Luke's Wings
April 7, 2018
This charity — which helps families fly to visit wounded U.S. military personnel — held its gala at the Trump hotel for the second straight year.
visits by trump
President Trump dinner
April 7, 2018
President Trump dined with first lady Melania Trump.
political group
Jet PAC
March 16, 2018
This PAC, affiliated with Republican Rep. Adam Kinzinger (Ill.), registered a $708.50 charge for event catering.
business interests
American Center for the Belt and Road Initiative
March 15, 2018
This group studies China's One Belt, One Road international development initiative.
political group
Greg Pence for Congress
March 14, 2018
Vice President Pence headlined a fundraiser for his brother Greg, Politico reported.
religious group
Oral Roberts University
March 10, 2018
The evangelical Christian university in Tulsa held a retreat for donors.
business interests
Independent Petroleum Association of America
March 5, 2018
This trade group, which represents major oil producers, advertised a talk by House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) and an EPA "policy meeting."
business interests
Afghan-American Chamber of Commerce
March 2018
Afghan-American Chamber of Commerce meetings.
foreign government
Embassy of Kuwait
Feb. 26, 2018
For the second consecutive year, the government of Kuwait held its National Day celebration at the Trump hotel.
religious group
Dutch Sheets Ministries
Feb. 22, 2018
The group said the meeting "could prove to be one of the most historic prayer gatherings in America's history." Guests inluded evangelist Lou Engle, who held his birthday party at the Trump hotel in 2017.
advocacy and charity
Yellow Ribbon Fund
Feb. 21, 2018
A charity that supports wounded U.S. military personnel and their families held "Date Night" for Duty and Devotion.
visits by trump
President Trump dinner
Feb. 10, 2018
President Trump dined with first lady Melania Trump.
advocacy and charity
Heritage Foundation
Feb. 7, 2018
The conservative think tank held a dinner for 100 people as part of its two-day Conservative Members conference.
visits by trump
Republican National Committee
Feb. 1, 2018
President Trump addressed Republican National Committee members, who gathered for a dinner during their winter meetings. The full winter meetings took place at another D.C. hotel.
political group
Great America Committee
Jan. 29, 2018
Vice President Pence's PAC held a fundraiser dinner for Republican candidates. Donald Trump Jr. was scheduled to introduce Pence, according to Politico.
political group
National Republican Senate Committee
Jan. 26, 2018
A luncheon with Vice President Pence, several GOP senators and top donors, Politico reported.
political group
Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry
Jan. 24, 2018
Invitation says the event was paid for by candidate's campaign committee.
business interests
U.S. Energy Association
Dec. 14, 2017
A holiday reception for a large trade group representing the energy industry.
political group
America First Action
Dec. 13, 2017
A Christmas party for the pro-Trump super PAC, which included appearances by Vice President Pence and House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy. This super PAC spent $30,250 in total on four events at the Trump hotel in the last month of 2017.
political group
America First Action
Dec. 11, 2017
A second holiday party by the pro-Trump super PAC.
political group
Republican Attorneys General Association
Dec. 7, 2017
A holiday party costing $25,109 for the group that seeks to elect Republican attorneys general.
advocacy and charity
America First Action/Republican Jewish Coalition
Dec. 7, 2017
A third holiday party by the pro-Trump super PAC.
advocacy and charity
United in Purpose
Dec. 6, 2017
A luncheon hosted by Ginni Thomas, a conservative activist whose husband is Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Fox News host Sean Hannity gave the keynote speech, and the honorees included Project Veritas leader Robert O'Keefe.
advocacy and charity
Heritage Foundation
Dec. 6, 2017
An annual meeting of the conservative think tank, which featured a lecture from Vice President-elect Pence.
religious group
Order of St. Andrew the Apostle
Dec. 4, 2017
This Orthodox Christian group held a conference, “Persecution of Christians in the Holy Lands and the Middle East: Consequences and Solutions."
political group
Shuster for Congress (Rep. Bill Shuster, R-Pa.)
Nov. 30, 2017
Shuster's campaign listed this $19,572 expense as event facility/catering.
business interests
Larry H. Miller Group of Companies
Nov. 23, 2017
This group, which began with Utah car dealerships, now owns the Utah Jazz and other Salt Lake City sports teams. Speakers included Hugh Shelton, former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. A spokesman for the group said it did not meet with any Trump administration officials: "This is strictly a business retreat."
political group
Campaign of Ken Paxton, Attorney General of Texas (R)
Nov. 20, 2017
Campaign filings in Texas show that Paxton spent $144 on a "campaign staff meal" at BLT Prime.
advocacy and charity
Young Americans for Freedom
Nov. 13, 2017
This group of college conservatives held its annual fall college retreat a few days after the 2016 election. Among the speakers: future national security adviser Mike Flynn.
advocacy and charity
First Liberty Institute
Nov. 8, 2017
The First Liberty Institute refers to itself as "the largest legal organization in the nation dedicated exclusively to protecting religious liberty for all Americans."
business interests
R2Con
Nov. 8, 2017
This conference is for users of Radare2, an open source framework. The agenda included a reception, breakout sessions, a "Presidential state dinner" and ballroom dancing.
religious group
Revival Outside the Walls
Nov. 4, 2017
A "Founding Partners" dinner for the Christian ministry run by Barry Meguiar.
religious group
Sovereign Nations
Oct. 30, 2017
A conference of conservative Christian activists, coinciding with the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.
religious group
Museum of the Bible
Oct. 25, 2017
The organizers of the Museum of the Bible brought in supporters for a benefit concert. The visitors stayed at the Trump hotel and used its rooms for meetings. The actual benefit concert took place at the museum.
visits by trump
President Trump dinner
Oct. 14, 2017
President Trump dined at the hotel.
advocacy and charity
National Defense University Foundation
Oct. 13, 2017
A briefing on the private sector and national defense, featuring two active-duty generals from the U.S. Air Force and Marine Corps.
advocacy and charity
Network of Enlightened Women
Oct. 11, 2017
A book club meeting, organized by a group that encourages female conservatives on college campuses. Speaker was Amy K. Mitchell, nominated as special assistant to the secretary of defense for protocol.
religious group
The Call
Oct. 9, 2017
Social media postings showed a formal event celebrating the birthday of Lou Engle, a Christian leader whose group, The Call, was holding a broader event on the Mall.
political group
Tom Reed (R-N.Y.) for Congress
Oct. 6, 2017
This Republican-affiliated PAC, based in Illinois, listed $242 for "fundraising/catering."
business interests
NAIOP (National Real Estate Developers Association) DC/Maryland chapter
Oct. 5, 2017
An annual gala for a real estate developers' association in greater Washington, held at the Trump hotel for the second consecutive year.
business interests
National Mining Association
Oct. 3, 2017
A two-day conference for the board of directors of a powerful pro-coal lobbying group. Three Cabinet secretaries spoke to the group, in addition to a high-ranking official at the Interior Department.
advocacy and charity
Fund for American Studies
Sept. 28, 2017
The conservative activist group had a luncheon whose keynote speaker was Neil M. Gorsuch, the new Supreme Court justice nominated by President Trump.
advocacy and charity
Log Cabin Republicans
Sept. 27, 2017
The annual gala for the best-known association of gay Republicans.
advocacy and charity
American Spectator magazine
Sept. 26, 2017
A 50th anniversary gala for the conservative magazine. Speakers included Rep. Mark Meadows (R-N.C.), chairman of the conservative House Freedom Caucus.
advocacy and charity
Paralyzed Veterans of America
Sept. 19, 2017
This awards ceremony honored those who've helped injured veterans and their families.
advocacy and charity
Judicial Watch
Sept. 15, 2017
This panel discussion featured former White House official Sebastian Gorka. It began with Judicial Watch's Tom Fitton saying the panel would consider whether a "soft coup" might be taking place against President Trump.
political group
Denham for Congress (Rep. Jeff Denham, R-Calif.)
Sept. 13, 2017
Campaign finance filings show this listed as an $874 "fundraising event."
foreign government
Government of Malaysia
Sept. 12, 2017
During a visit by Malaysian leader Najib Razak, the president and members of his delegation rented conference rooms and appeared to stay overnight.
business interests
National Confectioners Association
Sept. 12, 2017
This lobbying group for candymakers was one of the first organizations to hold an event in the hotel's ballroom.
business interests
Louisiana Association of Business and Industry
Sept. 12, 2017
The Louisiana business group used the Trump hotel's conference rooms during its lobbying visit to Washington. One speaker: Small Business Administration head Linda McMahon.
business interests
Jefferson Chamber of Commerce
Sept. 6, 2017
Advertised as "Washington Fly-in" by this Louisiana group, the three-day event was for "top business leaders from our community travel to the Capitol to advocate for Jefferson's interests."
political group
Republican National Committee
Sept. 1, 2017
Campaign finance docs show a $46,965 expenditure for "venue rental and catering."
political group
Walorski for Congress (Rep. Jackie Walorski, R-Ind.)
Aug. 3, 2017
The Indiana Republican's campaign finance filings list this $649 expenditure as "food/beverage"
visits by trump
President Trump Cabinet dinner
July 29, 2017
Trump dined with incoming Chief of Staff John Kelly, Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin, Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross and others.
political group
Texans for Lamar Smith (Rep. Lamar Smith)
July 26, 2017
The Texas Republican's campaign finance filings list this as a $479 payment for catering/fundraising at BLT Prime.
business interests
Vapor Technology Association
July 18, 2017
A day-long conference by a trade group representing e-cigarette makers and vape shop owners. They were in Washington to lobby against new Obama-era rules creating stricter oversight of e-cigarettes.
political group
Washington State Republican Party
July 14, 2017
Campaign finance filings show this $905 expenditure listed as "hotel."
political group
Handel for Congress (Rep. Karen Handel, R-Ga.)
July 7, 2017
In campaign finance filings, the Handel campaign listed this expense as "food/beverage."
political group
Rohrabacher for Congress (Rep. Dana Rohrabacher, R-Calif.)
June 29, 2017
The California Republican, known for his friendly attitude toward Russia and his strong support of Trump, held a campaign fundraiser in the Ben Franklin Room. Campaign finance filings total $11,000. Rohrabacher's spokesman said the event raised about $100,000 and drew 75 people.
advocacy and charity
Clare Boothe Luce Policy Institute (Center for Conservative Women)
June 29, 2017
This annual banquet honored White House official and former Trump campaign manager Kellyanne Conway as woman of the year. The Clare Boothe Luce Policy Institute supports conservative women on college campuses and encourages students to reject feminism.
visits by trump
Donald J. Trump for President 2020 campaign
June 28, 2017
The first fundraiser for President Trump's reelection campaign was held at his own hotel. Guests paid $35,000 per plate and the total cost was $121,500. The event was expected to raise $10 million for Trump's campaign and the Republican National Committee.
political group
Mike Kelly for Congress (Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa.)
June 26, 2017
In campaign finance filings, the campaign described this as a "food and beverage expense."
advocacy and charity
Virginia Women for Trump
June 25, 2017
This event featured Brigitte Gabriel, founder of Act for America and Carrie Almond, president of the National Federation of Republican Women.
political group
Alex Mooney for Congress (Rep. Alex Mooney, R-W.Va.)
June 19, 2017
Mooney's campaign spent $437 at the BLT Prime but did not say why, according to campaign finance filings.
political group
Washington State Republican Party
June 17, 2017
Campaign finance filings show this $807 expenditure listed as "hotel."
political group
Walden for Congress (Rep. Greg Walden, R-Ore.)
June 15, 2017
This Oregon lawmaker, a high-ranking member of the House GOP, described this $366 expenditure at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse as "meeting expense."
political group
Yoho for Congress (Rep. Ted Yoho, R-Fla.)
June 14, 2017
The campaign described this $1,259 in spending as "catering" by the BLT Prime restaurant.
business interests
Deloitte Global Financial Services Summit
June 8, 2017
This Deloitte conference attracted hundreds of banking leaders as Congress discussed whether Dodd-Frank financial regulations should be rolled back.
business interests
U.S. Travel
June 7, 2017
A reception in the hotel's Franklin Study, as part of a broader travel-industry conference held at various sites in the District.
political group
Tom Rice for Congress (Rep. Tom Rice, R-S.C.)
June 6, 2017
This South Carolina Republican said in campaign finance filings that he spent $1,268 on "event catering" for fundraising at the hotel's BLT Prime restaurant.
foreign government
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis and his wife
June 2017
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis and his wife enjoyed breakfast in the hotel lobby. Iohannis joined Trump the next day for a Rose Garden news conference. Iohannis declined an interview.
political group
Reinventing a New Direction PAC (RAND PAC, Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky.)
June 1, 2017
The PAC associated with Sen. Rand Paul said it spent $350 on food/beverage at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse
business interests
PGA Tour
May 25, 2017
Social media postings show Lara Trump, Eric Trump's wife, attending a PGA luncheon. President Trump's Virginia golf course hosted a PGA senior tour tournament that weekend.
political group
Roger Williams for U.S. Congress Committee (Rep. Roger Williams, R-Tex.)
May 21, 2017
The campaign of this Texas Republican spent $3,286 on "meal/meeting expense" at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse, according to campaign finance filings.
political group
Brady for Congress (Rep. Kevin Brady, R-Tex.)
May 21, 2017
The campaign of this Texas Republican, who led the tax-overhaul process in the House, held a $1,392 "staff retreat" at BLT Prime.
business interests
American-Turkish Council, Turkey-U.S. Business Council
May 21, 2017
A three-day conference organized, in part, by a group run by Ekim Alptekin, a Turkish businessman close to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Altpekin hired former national security adviser Michael Flynn last year.
business interests
Fondazione Internationale Menarini
May 11, 2017
An Italian medical foundation hosted cancer doctors from the University of Texas and University Medical Center in Hamburg. The conference said on its website that it was being held at the "Old Post Office," without using the Trump name.
religious group
Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
May 10, 2017
This event by Franklin Graham brought more than 600 Christians from 130 countries. Much of the conference was held at the Mayflower Hotel, where Vice President Pence spoke. The final dinner was held at the Trump hotel.
advocacy and charity
PenFed (Pentagon Federal) Credit Union
May 4, 2017
This gala honored injured veterans and companies and executives who've helped them. David Shulkin, then the Veterans Affairs secretary, spoke.
political group
Rand Paul for U.S. Senate (Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky.)
May 3, 2017
The campaign of this Kentucky Republican said it spent $513 on "food/beverage" at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse, according to campaign finance filings.
political group
Johnson for Congress (Rep. Bill Johnson, R-Ohio)
May 3, 2017
The campaign of this Ohio Republican said it spent $333 on a campaign meeting at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse.
business interests
Blueprint 2025 Infrastructure Leadership Forum
April 27, 2017
A welcome reception for a coalition of CEOs and public officials supporting U.S. infrastructure projects.
political group
Ken Calvert for Congress Committee (Rep. Ken Calvert, R-Calif.)
April 24, 2017
The campaign of this California Republican spent money at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse on "Candidate Meeting and Meal Costs," according to campaign finance filings.
visits by trump
President Trump dinner
April 22, 2017
Trump dined with first lady Melania Trump.
advocacy and charity
Luke's Wings
April 8, 2017
This charity, which provides air travel for families to visit injured veterans, held a gala at the Trump hotel.
political group
Bill Shuster for Congress (Rep. Bill Shuster, R-Pa.)
April 7, 2017
In its campaign finance filings, the Shuster campaign described this $6,038 expense only as "event facility rental."
political group
National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC)
April 5, 2017
In campaign finance filings, the NRCC described this $701 expense as "travel."
political group
Mike Kelly for Congress (Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa.)
March 31, 2017
The campaign of this Pennsylvania Republican listed $784 as a "food and beverage expense" at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse in a campaign finance filing.
political group
Elect Blake Farenthold Committee (Rep. Blake Farenthold, R-Tex.)
March 28, 2017
The campaign of this Texas Republican listed this as a $268 "fundraising meal" at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse, in a campaign finance filing. He later decided not to run.
visits by trump
President Trump dinner
March 25, 2017
Trump dined with Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner.
business interests
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt meeting with oil executives
March 22, 2017
EPA chief Scott Pruitt dined with oil executives over dinner at the hotel, according to Bloomberg News, which obtained his schedule.
political group
Duffy for Wisconsin (Rep. Sean P. Duffy R-Wis.)
March 20, 2017
Campaign finance reports describe this $491 expenditure as "food/beverage."
political group
Valadao for Congress (Rep. David Valadao, R-Calif.)
March 9, 2017
Campaign finance reports show $1,744 in spending for a "fundraising event."
political group
Kansans for Marshall (Rep. Roger Marshall, R-Kan.)
March 2, 2017
The campaign of this Kansas Republican listed this expense only as "food/beverage" at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse.
political group
Walden for Congress (Rep. Greg Walden, R-Ore.)
March 1, 2017
The campaign of this Oregon Republican described this $6,342 as a "fundraising expense" at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse, in campaign finance filings.
political group
Shuster for Congress (Rep. Bill Shuster, R-Pa.)
March 1, 2017
The campaign of this Pennsylvania Republican listed this as a catering expense for a fundraiser at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse in a campaign finance filing.
political group
Republican National Committee
March 1, 2017
Campaign finance documents show this as "event food and beverages."
business interests
National Railroad Construction and Maintenance Association
March 1, 2017
A dinner for railroad contractors, attended by Sen. Chuck Grassley, who documented it on Instagram. "I'm drinking Trump coffee," he wrote.
foreign government
Saudi government
Oct. 2016 to March 2017
Qorvis MSLGroup, a lobbyist for the Saudi government, spent around $270,000 at the hotel during several months lobbying over U.S. terrorism legislation, according to public filings.
political group
Gov. Paul LePage (R-Maine)
Feb. 27, 2017
Maine Gov. Paul LePage, a strong Trump supporter, visited the hotel in February and March, though he has not released details. LePage's security detail spent $2,250 at the Trump hotel.
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President Trump dinner
Feb. 25, 2017
Trump's first dinner out on the town in Washington was at his hotel, dining with Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, Florida Gov. Rick Scott and former U.K. Independence Party leader Nigel Farage.
political group
Rounds for Senate (Sen. Mike Rounds R-S.D.)
Feb. 23, 2017
The campaign of this Republican described this expense in campaign finance filings as "meeting meals."
foreign government
Kuwaiti embassy
Feb. 22, 2017
The Kuwaiti embassy holds National Day celebration every Feb. 25. In previous years, it's been held at the Four Seasons; this year Kuwaitis canceled "save the date" reservation at Four Seasons to go to Trump, saying they wanted new hotel.
political group
Jeff PAC (Rep. Jeff Denham, R-Calif.)
Feb. 9, 2017
The PAC associated with Rep. Jeff Denham (R-Calif.) listed this $506 expense for a fundraiser at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse.
political group
Pat Meehan for Congress Committee (Rep. Patrick Meehan, R-Pa.)
Feb. 7, 2017
The campaign of this Pennsylvania Republican listed $225 as "meeting expense" at the hotel's BLT Prime steakhouse.
political group
Crawford for Congress (Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Ark.)
Feb. 6, 2017
Campaign finance filings show this $1,560 expenditure listed as "lodging."
political group
Keep America Rolling PAC (Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa.)
Jan. 24, 2017
In campaign finance filings, this PAC described its $1,203 in spending as "event expense."
political group
Pete King for Congress Committee (Rep. Peter T. King, R-N.Y.)
Jan. 23, 2017
In campaign finance filings, the campaign described this $118 expense as "meal."
religious group
Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast
Jan. 20, 2017
A prayer breakfast on the day of President Trump's inauguration.
political group
Believe With Me
Jan. 19, 2017
A luncheon with Gold Star mothers and the group Believe With Me, organized as part of President Trump's inaugural festivities.
political group
Kevin McCarthy for Congress (House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy R-Calif.)
Jan. 13, 2017
In campaign finance filings, the campaign described this expense as "lodging."
business interests
Washington Area Concierge Association
Jan. 9, 2017
A rotating monthly meeting for an association of D.C. concierges.
political group
Bob Corker for Senate 2018 (Sen. Bob Corker, R-Tenn.)
Jan. 3, 2017
In campaign finance filings, the Corker campaign listed this $1,052 expense as "lodging."
political group
Texans for Jodey Arrington (Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Tex.)
Jan. 2, 2017
Campaign finance filings for the Texas Republican's campaign show three expenditures totalling $16,603 for "facility use, food and beverage." Arrington's spokeswoman said this was a reception for up to 125 friends and donors visiting Washington for Arrington's swearing-in.
political group
Republican National Committee
Dec. 17, 2016
Five weeks after the 2016 election, the Republican National Committee held its holiday party at the Trump hotel. The RNC paid about $117,000 for the event. The previous year, the RNC spent about $29,000 to hold the same event at a pub on Capitol Hill.
business interests
British-American Business Association
Dec. 16, 2016
A luncheon for a British-American trade group.
political group
Tenn PAC (Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn.)
Dec. 15, 2016
Campaign finance listed this $659 expense as "travel."
political group
Neugebauer Congressional Committee (Rep. Randy Neugebauer, R-Tex.)
Dec. 15, 2016
In campaign-finance filings, the campaign listed a $524.20 expense as "lodging."
foreign government
Embassy of Azerbaijan/Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations
Dec. 14, 2016
A party to celebrate Hanukkah, co-hosted by the Embassy of Azerbaijan.
political group
Committee on Arrangements for the 2016 Republican National Convention
Dec. 7, 2016
Campaign finance documents listed this as a "meeting expense."
foreign government
Embassy of Bahrain
Dec. 7, 2016
A National Day celebration paid for by the embassy of Bahrain, a U.S. ally in the Persian Gulf.
political group
McCaul for Congress (Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Tex.)
Dec. 2, 2016
Campaign finance documents listed a $7,585 expenditure as "facility use, food and beverage," paid to the BLT Prime steakhouse at the Trump hotel.
business interests
Future of Technology Conference
Nov. 2, 2016
A day-long conference featuring Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak.
political group
Committee to Re-elect Trent Franks to Congress (Rep. Trent Franks, R-Ariz.)
Oct. 21, 2016
This congressman's political action committee described this $627 expenditure as "food and beverage."
political group
Plaster for Congress (Congressional candidate Mark Plaster, R-Md.)
Sept. 20, 2016
Plaster was running as a Republican against Rep. John Sarbanes (D-Md.) in 2016. He lost. Campaign filings list this expenditure simply as "event."
political group
Sheriff David Clarke for U.S. Senate
Campaign finance filings $2,832 in food and lodging expenditures for a committee to draft Clarke into the race. (He opted against it.)
business interests
Institute of International Bankers
This group representing foreign banks doing business in the United States describes this meeting as bringing together senior U.S. and international government officials and industry leaders to address key policy and business issues. Its website advertised a "discounted rate" at the hotel of $495.
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About this story
Information in this graphic was compiled from dozens of in-person visits to the hotel by Washington Post reporters, conversations with meeting attendees and information provided or posted on social media by readers and sources that The Post was able to independently verify.
Information on political events was pulled from campaign spending filed with the Federal Election Commission. The dates for those events reflect the date the campaign reported the expenditures, not necessarily the dates the events occurred at the hotel.
Events will be added to the tracker as The Post learns of them.
Originally published May 3, 2018.
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