Democrats Adopt GOP Strategy in Fight for Trump Probe Information

Democrats adopt GOP strategy in fight for wide-ranging inquiries into President Trump and his administration

WASHINGTON—Republicans in recent years have gained access to information long considered too sensitive to share with Congress. Now that House Democrats are in charge, the tables are turning as party lawmakers embark on wide-ranging inquiries into President Trump and his administration.

The executive branch, under both Democratic and Republican presidents, has typically tried to accommodate congressional information requests through negotiation and compromise. But it has long drawn a line at sharing certain material, such as...

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