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Palantir hires a former Democratic senator as it faces scrutiny in new Congress November 9, 20265:00 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition

Luke Garrett

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

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Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., speaks during a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, on May 2, 2023. Andrew Harnik/Associated Press hide caption

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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.