Trump Faces a New Congress: Investigations, Iran War Oversight and Legislative Gridlock Ahead | N18

The 2026 US midterm elections have dramatically changed the balance of power in Washington. With Democrats taking control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate, President Donald Trump now faces a Congress controlled by his political opponents for the remainder of his term.

But what does a “lame-duck presidency” actually mean — and how much power can Congress exercise against a sitting president?

Democrats will have the ability to launch investigations, hold hearings, issue subpoenas and scrutinise the Trump administration’s decisions. They can block or reshape legislation, challenge spending priorities and use congressional oversight to examine major policy areas, including the Iran war and the administration’s foreign policy.

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