House Democrats Plan Investigations Into Trump-Linked Firms Over Impeachment

House Democrats are preparing a broad investigative strategy targeting companies and financial firms linked to President Donald Trump, planning to prioritize congressional probes over immediate impeachment if they regain control of the House in the November 2026 midterm elections. The strategy, described by multiple people familiar with the discussions, focuses on using hearings, subpoenas, and document requests to examine administration decision-making and whether Trump used his office to benefit himself, allies, or donors.

Senior Democrats and committee aides have discussed targeting a range of private entities, including Apple, Alphabet, Palantir, Blackstone, BlackRock, and companies owned by Elon Musk such as Tesla, due to their federal contracts, regulatory relationships, or interactions with the administration. The discussions also include examining Department of Homeland Security contracts, financing for Trump’s planned White House ballroom, corporate political donors, and allegations of possible pay-to-play arrangements. Lawmakers are considering investigations into financial vehicles like 1789 Capital, a venture capital firm where Donald Trump Jr. is a partner, as well...