Democrats plan affordability and anti-corruption push after midterm sweep

Democrats, newly in control of Congress after the midterm sweep, are preparing a legislative blitz to address affordability and rein in President Donald Trump, with plans to pass bills immediately after taking office in January. House Democrats intend to use their first 100 hours to restore enhanced health insurance subsidies, reverse Medicaid cuts, and challenge Trump's tariffs by reasserting congressional authority over import taxes. They will also vote on legislation to end the Iran war or force congressional authorization, while Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is poised to become the first Black Speaker of the House. Democrats are balancing this agenda with a robust oversight effort targeting Trump, his family, and corporate allies, with leaders like Sen. Ron Wyden vowing to pursue billionaires' taxes and corporate corruption. Some lawmakers advocate focusing on a few high-profile cases, while others push for ethics reforms including bans on stock trading for officials and limits on gerrymandering.