Senate Democrats investigate alleged Trump 'quid pro quo' with oil executives

Senate Democrats are investigating a claim that Donald Trump offered a deal to oil executives. Trump reportedly promised to remove environmental rules if they gave $1 billion to his campaign. This would save the oil companies money. The Senate committees sent letters to the companies asking for more information about the meeting. They accused Trump and the oil companies of making a deal that puts profits over the well-being of Americans. The American Petroleum Institute said the investigation is a distraction from the need for more energy. They meet with candidates to talk about energy policies. Another committee in the House is also looking into the companies. But they can't force the companies to respond because Republicans control the House. Senate Democrats are looking into reports that Trump offered to change climate policies for oil companies' donations. They asked for details about a fundraiser where Trump asked for money in exchange for policy changes. The committees want to know what was discussed at the event. They say Trump and the oil industry have put their interests above Americans'. The investigation follows a report about a meeting at Trump's resort where he promised policy changes for money. The committees are asking for information on donations to Trump's campaign and any policy documents created for his possible reelection. Trump's campaign criticized the investigation and said Biden's energy policies are too extreme. Biden's administration has been undoing Trump's policies on pollution and has stricter rules for the oil industry. Trump plans to reverse these actions if he's reelected and support more fossil fuels.