Democrats plan investigations and legislation after midterm wins

Democrats won a monumental return to power in Tuesday's midterm elections, gaining potent leverage over President Donald Trump and setting the stage for aggressive campaigns of investigating and lawmaking. The party now plans to use its new congressional majorities to address costs, chaos, and corruption. Party leaders outlined priorities including lowering costs, reimplementing Affordable Care Act subsidies, undoing Medicaid cuts, and ending the conflict with Iran. Democrats will also launch investigations into corruption allegations, with committee chairs able to issue subpoenas. However, Trump can veto legislation, and Republicans may use the Senate filibuster to block bills. Impeaching Trump for a third time appears off the table, with leaders saying no members have discussed it. Democrats aim to pass bold legislation and force Trump to veto it, creating a platform for their 2028 presidential nominee. The party's majorities are expected to be large, potentially reducing intraparty conflicts.