Democrats won Congress in a blue wave. Now comes the hard part.
Summary
Democrats are set to control both chambers of Congress next year after a major election win, but President Donald Trump can veto legislation. The new majority could investigate the administration and block some nominations, while Democratic leaders face pressure to address costs and show they can govern.Key Facts
- Hakeem Jeffries is described as the presumptive next speaker of the House.
- Democratic Senator Chris Coons said the party must deliver on concerns such as low wages and rising costs.
- House and Senate committees can investigate the president, his associates and federal agencies.
- The Senate can confirm or block presidential cabinet and judicial nominations.
- The House can impeach a president, but conviction and removal require a two-thirds Senate vote.
- Democrats impeached Trump twice during his first term, and the Senate acquitted him both times.
- Democratic leaders remain divided over whether to pursue another impeachment effort.
- An October Gallup poll found that 14% of registered voters approved of Congress's performance.
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