Four investigations Democrats could launch if they win Congress
Summary
Democrats are preparing potential investigations if they win control of the House or Senate in the November 3 midterm elections. Possible targets include Trump family business dealings and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s handling of the Iran war; the White House denies wrongdoing and says it is prepared to respond to oversight requests.Key Facts
- Control of either chamber would give Democrats subpoena power and additional resources for investigations.
- Democratic staffers have begun compiling possible investigations and witnesses, according to people familiar with the discussions.
- Potential inquiries into Trump family finances could examine cryptocurrency firms, Jared Kushner’s international business dealings, a Qatar-gifted aircraft, and defense contracts linked to the family.
- The White House has denied allegations of wrongdoing involving Trump and his family.
- Democrats have said they may investigate Hegseth’s handling of the Iran war, including civilian casualties, munitions, spending, and troop and facility preparedness.
- A source familiar with the discussions said another possible topic is U.S. boat strikes in the Caribbean that the administration says target drug flows.
- House Democrats filed articles of impeachment against Hegseth in April, citing the Iran war and accusing him of high crimes and misdemeanors.
- Impeachment requires a House majority, while conviction and removal from office require a two-thirds Senate vote.
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