Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
It could be argued that 35 members of Congress putting pressure on or offering favors to a private company has the force and effect of law.
It could be argued that 35 members of Congress putting pressure on or offering favors to a private company has the force and effect of law.