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PoliticsDemocrats warn Trump officials to preserve records or face criminal penalties

Democratic lawmakers have told Trump administration department and agency heads to preserve federal records, warning that officials who unlawfully destroy or alter them could face fines or up to three years in prison. After winning control of Congress, Democrats say they will use their oversight powers to investigate the administration.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-04 15:00Original

Democrats warn Trump officials to preserve records or face criminal penalties
Democrats warn Trump officials to preserve records or face criminal penaltiesPolitics