Washington — As the 2026 midterm elections approach, House Democrats are outlining a slate of investigations aimed at President Donald Trump, his cabinet and members of his family should they win a majority in the House. The plans, disclosed to Fox News Digital, signal a renewed partisan effort to scrutinize the administration during its final two‑year term.
Democratic leaders outline investigative agenda
Rep. Jason Crow (D‑CO), a member of the Armed Services and Intelligence committees and co‑chair of the House Anti‑Corruption Caucus, warned that the Department of Defense faces “corruption, incompetence, and nepotism” and that the White House has allegedly directed defense spending toward companies linked to the Trump family. Crow said his committee will conduct a “hard look” at these matters.
Rep. Robert Garcia (D‑CA), who expects to chair the Oversight Committee if Democrats take the House, said his team will pursue “a few key investigations,” including alleged Trump family corruption, the Jeffrey Epstein case, and alleged misconduct at ICE and DHS. He added that the committee will also examine what he described as “the destruction of our vaccination process” and the actions of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr.
Potential tools: impeachment and the 25th Amendment
Democrats also discussed procedural options such as impeachment resolutions and the 25th Amendment, which would allow Congress to remove a president deemed unfit. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D‑NY) has previously avoided committing to impeachment, but other leaders indicated these mechanisms remain on the table.
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D‑MD), a prospective Judiciary Committee chair, said his staff has already issued information requests targeting the business dealings of Jared Kushner, Donald Trump Jr., and former FBI official Kash Patel. Raskin framed the effort as a pursuit of “facts, exposing wrongdoing, and passing legislative cures”.
Trump administration’s response
President Trump, maintaining his innocence, has dismissed the accusations as partisan attacks. The White House has not provided a detailed comment, but senior administration officials have pledged to defend the president’s record and to challenge any unwarranted investigations.
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R‑LA) warned that Democrats would likely attempt to impeach President Trump “on Day 1” if they win control, underscoring the high‑stakes political battle that will shape the second half of the Trump administration.
What this means for voters
The upcoming midterms will determine which party controls Congress for the remainder of President Trump’s term. Historical trends suggest the party occupying the White House often loses one or both chambers, but the outcome remains uncertain. Voters should watch how both parties frame these investigative plans and consider the impact on governance, accountability, and the nation’s stability.
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