Democrats plan Trump investigations over impeachment if they win House, sources say
Senior Democrats have discussed using hearings, subpoenas and document requests to obtain records from entities tied to Trump's orbit, the sources said.
Democratic leaders are developing an extensive investigative strategy to target companies and financial entities associated with President Donald Trump, should Democrats regain control of the U.S. House of Representatives in the upcoming midterm elections, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The plan entails using hearings, subpoenas, and requests for documents to gather records from entities tied to Trump's political and business connections, as opposed to pursuing impeachment immediately.
The approach stems from a belief that investigating private companies and outside financial players may yield more fruitful results than directly confronting a White House that is expected to resist oversight. Democrats aim to scrutinize the administration's decision-making and investigate whether Trump used his power to benefit himself, allies, or donors after the midterm elections.
They are particularly interested in Department of Homeland Security contracts, financing for Trump's planned White House ballroom, corporate donors, and alleged pay-to-play arrangements. The White House has stated that they are prepared to respond to oversight requests, regardless of which party holds the House or Senate.
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