Democrats Plan Probes into Trump Collaborators Post-2026

Democrats in Congress are in the preliminary stages of planning investigations into companies, universities, and law firms that collaborated with the Trump administration, according to a report from Axios. The discussions center on potential use of congressional subpoena powers if Democrats regain control of the House following the 2026 midterm elections.

Senior Senate Democrats, including Sens. Adam Schiff of California, Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island, and Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut, all members of the Senate Judiciary Committee, have participated in early talks. Lawmakers from both parties anticipate Democrats could reclaim the House, which holds broader investigative authority than the Senate, including the ability to compel documents and testimony from private entities.

The proposed probes would examine the reasons behind major institutions' decisions to engage with the Trump administration. Specific areas of focus include donations linked to renovations of the White House's East Wing and funding agreements with institutions of higher education. Senate Democrats have already questioned lobbyists and fundraisers about efforts to solicit contributions from...