Democrats to challenge Trump’s policies and launch investigations after midterm victory

After a sweeping midterm victory, Democrats have taken control of both chambers of Congress and are preparing an offensive against President Donald Trump’s policies. Hakeem Jeffries, expected to become the first Black House speaker in January, has pledged to address what he calls corruption, while Democrats plan action on living costs, Affordable Care Act subsidies, Medicaid, tariffs and the war in Iran. They also intend to use committee control to investigate Trump family business dealings, contracts involving Elon Musk, immigration enforcement and the administration of the war. Trump retains his veto, however, and Senate rules could obstruct much of the party’s legislative agenda.