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How a Democratic-controlled Congress could curb Trump’s foreign policy

How a Democratic-controlled Congress could curb Trump’s foreign policy

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On Wednesday Democrats celebrated their midterm victory, saying they will use their congressional majorities to rein in President Donald Trump and warning of possible two‑year deadlock in Washington. Trump, in his first post‑election appearance, showcased an under‑construction White House ballroom and accepted his electoral losses. For the first time, the Republican president will have to contend with a Democratic‑controlled Congress in both the House and the Senate.

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  • center · 1 outlet

    It will be the first time that Trump, a Republican who held the White House in the past too, has had to contend with a Democratic-controlled Congress.

    — Hindustan Times

  • right · 2 outlets

    With control of both chambers starting in January, Democrats will be able to decide what gets voted on and when. That could allow them to approve new aid to Ukraine.

    — NDTV

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Control of both chambers could give Democrats greater leverage over defence spending, foreign assistance and the administration’s military decisions abroad

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How a Democratic-controlled Congress could curb Trump’s foreign policy

Control of both chambers could give Democrats greater leverage over defence spending, foreign assistance and the administration’s military decisions abroad

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