Overview
Steptoe partners Jason Abel and Claire Rajan, and associate Elizabeth Goodwin authored an article titled, "In Congress's Crosshairs: Navigating Congressional Investigations and Oversight," which appeared in Lexology. The article explains that companies should prepare for increased congressional oversight after the election, as investigations, information requests, and subpoenas are expected to remain a key tool for lawmakers scrutinizing businesses, government relationships, AI, energy, foreign influence, and corporate political activity. They emphasize that organizations should proactively assess potential areas of exposure, establish response protocols, and understand the legal, political, and reputational risks of congressional inquiries before they arise.
Read more at Lexology.