Democrats warn Trump officials to keep records or risk criminal penalties after midterm victories

What happened: Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to Trump administration department and agency heads asking them to preserve records under federal law or risk criminal penalties, after voters gave Democrats control of Congress. Why it matters: The letter signals Democrats intend to investigate Trump officials once they take control of Congress, with Bobby Scott expected to become chair of the House education and workforce committee next year. Key numbers: The letter cites the Federal Records Act of 1950 and was sent Wednesday morning. Coverage: 5 outlets in 24h

Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to Trump administration department and agency heads asking them to preserve records under federal law or risk criminal penalties, after voters gave Democrats control of Congress.

The letter signals Democrats intend to investigate Trump officials once they take control of Congress, with Bobby Scott expected to become chair of the House education and workforce committee next year. Key numbers: The letter cites the Federal Records Act of 1950 and was sent Wednesday morning.