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Palantir hires a former Democratic senator as it faces scrutiny in new Congress


By Luke Garrett Monday, November 9, 2026 • 5:00 AM EST Heard on Morning Edition Tech companies are expecting a wave of scrutiny from Democrats for the industry's ties with the Trump administration when they take over Congress in January. In anticipation, many are hiring former Democratic lawmakers and aides to make their case to the incoming House and Senate majorities.

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