By Matthew Daly | Associated Press
WASHINGTON — The House Oversight Committee says it is investigating whether Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao acted improperly to benefit herself or her familys shipping company.
Two Democratic leaders sent a letter Monday asking Chao to turn over documents related to the New York-based company, Foremost Group. Chaos father and sisters own the company, which transports material to and from China.
The New York Times reported that Chao may have used her Cabinet position to benefit the company and increase its influence and status with the Chinese government.
Chao has denied wrongdoing.
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