Democrats Take Congress, but Trump’s Veto Looms Over Their Agenda

Democrats won control of both the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections, but President Donald Trump retains veto power over their legislation. This sets up a two-year test of how the party balances oversight and policy. Democrats will take over congressional committees, allowing them to subpoena records and hold hearings on the Trump administration. While they can pass their own bills, Trump can veto them unless they secure a two-thirds override, making government funding and the annual defense bill key leverage points for concessions. The party faces internal splits on healthcare and AI policy, with progressives pushing for Medicare for All and stricter AI limits while moderates prefer incremental changes. Democrats plan to use affordability-focused bills and targeted investigations to build their case for the 2028 presidential race.