Democrats debate taking a page from Trump's economic playbook
President Trump is turning the federal government into an investor in dozens of private companies, and some Democrats are considering following his lead as their party emerges emboldened from the midterm elections. Why it matters: Democrats are gaining new power to scrutinize Trump's corporate investments, even as his approach gains traction within their own party. They're looking at investments and aid for clean energy and other priorities, like support for energy infrastructure.
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