The new battle for Congress: Trump's veto
Summary
Democrats are projected to control both chambers of Congress, but their majorities would not be large enough to override President Donald Trump’s vetoes without Republican support. Trump has highlighted his veto power as a way to block or negotiate over legislation, while Democrats are expected to pursue bills and congressional investigations.Key Facts
- AP projections give Democrats 54 Senate seats, with races in Mississippi and Alaska still undecided.
- AP projections give Democrats 254 House seats, with some races still uncalled.
- Neither projected majority reaches the two-thirds support required to override a presidential veto without votes from the other party.
- Trump posted an image of a hat marked “VETO” and told Fox News he could send bills back unsigned with a veto.
- A veto threat could push lawmakers to negotiate, while vetoing popular bills could give Democrats material for future political messaging.
- Democrats have pledged to address defense policy and consumer protection, two areas where Trump has previously threatened vetoes.
- The article says legislation can become law if the president does not sign or veto it within 10 days, subject to constitutional conditions.
- Democrats are also expected to use congressional investigations, hearings and subpoenas.
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