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Trump Won the Border Battle — Now Immigration Is Becoming a Political Liability
For years, the U.S.-Mexico border was one of the Republican Party’s most powerful political weapons.
Under Trump, that advantage may be fading. The administration’s crackdown has sharply reduced illegal crossings, easing one of the biggest concerns that helped propel Trump back to the White House in 2024. In Starr County, Texas, a predominantly Latino community that broke with decades of Democratic voting to support Trump, frustration over border security helped reshape the political landscape.
But with migrant encounters falling dramatically, the issue that once energized voters is losing some of its force. Federal data show that encounters at the southern border dropped from more than 2.2 million in 2022 to 237,538 in fiscal year 2025, the lowest level since 1970.
For Republicans, that represents a major policy achievement. Politically, however, it creates an unexpected challenge: when the crisis appears to have subsided, voters may turn their attention elsewhere.
And immigration enforcement is generating its own backlash. Expanded operations by Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement have raised fears among residents, disrupted local labor markets and left some communities struggling to find workers.
Reports of construction workers being detained have heightened anxiety among families and employers alike. The shift is complicating the political calculations of voters who supported Trump because they wanted a more secure border but did not necessarily endorse sweeping deportations.
Some former Republican supporters now say the administration has gone too far, particularly when enforcement affects longtime residents, workers and neighbors. Democratic state Sen. Juan Hinojosa acknowledges that the Biden administration failed to manage the border effectively.
But he argues that Trump’s aggressive response has overshot the mark, creating new problems even as crossings decline. The political stakes are significant ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Republicans can point to measurable progress on border security, but they may find it harder to turn that success into votes if immigration is no longer the dominant concern it once was. Meanwhile, the human and economic consequences of deportation policies could give Democrats a fresh line of attack.
Trump’s border crackdown may have changed the political debate. The question now is whether Republicans can claim victory without alienating the very voters who helped deliver it.
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For years, the U.S.-Mexico border was one of the Republican Party’s most powerful political weapons.
Under Trump, that advantage may be fading. The administration’s crackdown has sharply reduced illegal crossings, easing one of the biggest concerns that helped propel Trump back to the White House in 2024. In Starr County, Texas, a predominantly Latino community that broke with decades of Democratic voting to support Trump, frustration over border security helped reshape the political landscape.
But with migrant encounters falling dramatically, the issue that once energized voters is losing some of its force. Federal data show that encounters at the southern border dropped from more than 2.2 million in 2022 to 237,538 in fiscal year 2025, the lowest level since 1970.
For Republicans, that represents a major policy achievement. Politically, however, it creates an unexpected challenge: when the crisis appears to have subsided, voters may turn their attention elsewhere.
And immigration enforcement is generating its own backlash. Expanded operations by Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement have raised fears among residents, disrupted local labor markets and left some communities struggling to find workers.
Reports of construction workers being detained have heightened anxiety among families and employers alike. The shift is complicating the political calculations of voters who supported Trump because they wanted a more secure border but did not necessarily endorse sweeping deportations.
Some former Republican supporters now say the administration has gone too far, particularly when enforcement affects longtime residents, workers and neighbors. Democratic state Sen. Juan Hinojosa acknowledges that the Biden administration failed to manage the border effectively.
But he argues that Trump’s aggressive response has overshot the mark, creating new problems even as crossings decline. The political stakes are significant ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Republicans can point to measurable progress on border security, but they may find it harder to turn that success into votes if immigration is no longer the dominant concern it once was. Meanwhile, the human and economic consequences of deportation policies could give Democrats a fresh line of attack.
Trump’s border crackdown may have changed the political debate. The question now is whether Republicans can claim victory without alienating the very voters who helped deliver it.
#Trump #Immigration #BorderSecurity #MidtermElections
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Democracy’s Warranty
Democrats brought Barack Obama back to Michigan nine days before the midterms. Trump’s Sunday rally advertised Nicki Minaj. The closing campaign push has a reunion-tour feel, with control of Congress riding on the turnout.
Trump has a legal contingency in Alaska. On Oct. 23, he said he directed the Justice Department to sue over a Senate ballot featuring Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan and Daniel J. Sullivan, a retired teacher.
The department seeks to delay certification if the senator loses and his namesake receives enough votes to change the outcome, pending an investigation into voter confusion. Alaska’s Supreme Court has allowed the second Sullivan to run.
The filing calls this an effort
Voters can choose between two Sullivans. Under the administration’s proposed safeguard, whether that choice requires investigation depends on whether they elect the one Trump wants.
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Democrats brought Barack Obama back to Michigan nine days before the midterms. Trump’s Sunday rally advertised Nicki Minaj. The closing campaign push has a reunion-tour feel, with control of Congress riding on the turnout.
Trump has a legal contingency in Alaska. On Oct. 23, he said he directed the Justice Department to sue over a Senate ballot featuring Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan and Daniel J. Sullivan, a retired teacher.
The department seeks to delay certification if the senator loses and his namesake receives enough votes to change the outcome, pending an investigation into voter confusion. Alaska’s Supreme Court has allowed the second Sullivan to run.
The filing calls this an effort
“to protect the integrity of the 2026 Senate election in Alaska.”
Voters can choose between two Sullivans. Under the administration’s proposed safeguard, whether that choice requires investigation depends on whether they elect the one Trump wants.
#Midterms #Trump #Alaska #ElectionLaw
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War, Pending Scheduling
Bombing Iran apparently requires finding a date that works for both democracies.
CNN reports that Netanyahu pressed Trump for a joint strike before Israel's election. Trump withheld approval. An Israeli security source told CNN that military chief Eyal Zamir warned his American counterpart that an attack could disrupt the vote and force its postponement. Netanyahu's office called the report "fake news."
Two U.S. officials said American forces could launch strikes within 96 hours of Trump's order.
The target list, according to the officials, includes energy infrastructure, military sites, and nuclear facilities.
Trump has yet to settle on a course of action.
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Bombing Iran apparently requires finding a date that works for both democracies.
CNN reports that Netanyahu pressed Trump for a joint strike before Israel's election. Trump withheld approval. An Israeli security source told CNN that military chief Eyal Zamir warned his American counterpart that an attack could disrupt the vote and force its postponement. Netanyahu's office called the report "fake news."
Two U.S. officials said American forces could launch strikes within 96 hours of Trump's order.
The target list, according to the officials, includes energy infrastructure, military sites, and nuclear facilities.
Trump has yet to settle on a course of action.
#BabylonBurning #Iran #Israel #Trump
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Trump’s Election Warning Campaign Raises Alarms as America Heads Toward the Midterms 🗳
With control of Congress at stake, Trump and his allies are intensifying warnings about election fraud, raising concerns that the groundwork is being laid to challenge unfavorable results before voters even cast their ballots.
The strategy centers on a familiar message: American elections cannot be trusted unless they produce an outcome the president and his supporters consider legitimate. From claims about noncitizen voting to attacks on mail-in ballots, Trump and influential voices in his political orbit have repeatedly portrayed the voting system as vulnerable to widespread abuse, despite limited evidence of fraud on the scale they suggest.
An analysis by The Washington Post found that nearly 600 prominent conservative accounts and media outlets had made more than 7,000 claims about election integrity this year. Allegations involving noncitizen voters and mail ballots have become particularly prominent as the November 3 midterms approach.
The evidence, however, tells a different story. Investigations in states including Nevada and Georgia have found few or no noncitizens on voter rolls in the cases examined. In New Jersey, officials removed registrations affected by a software error. Such cases highlight the distinction between administrative mistakes, which election officials can address, and claims of a coordinated effort to manipulate the outcome of an election.
Trump has continued to question the reliability of American elections, encouraged people to report suspected fraud and declined to rule out deploying federal personnel at polling places.
His administration has also pursued legal challenges involving voting procedures, ballot eligibility and election certification, placing additional pressure on state officials responsible for administering elections.
The consequences could extend beyond Election Day. By repeatedly suggesting that the system is compromised, political leaders can make it easier for supporters to dismiss results they dislike. The danger is not limited to a single disputed race. It is the possibility that distrust becomes the default response whenever an election produces an unexpected outcome.
Polling cited in the report suggests that doubts about election security have gained traction among Republicans, particularly over whether noncitizens can be prevented from voting.
At the same time, many Americans question whether Trump would accept a Republican defeat without challenging the result. Democrats and voting-rights advocates are preparing legal and political responses, including efforts to protect ballot counting, certification and the formal seating of elected lawmakers.
Their preparations reflect concern that disputes could move quickly from campaign rhetoric into courtrooms and government institutions.
Foreign influence operations pose a separate challenge. U.S. adversaries have sought to exploit political divisions and undermine confidence in democratic institutions, but the report offers no evidence that foreign actors are interfering directly with vote tabulation in the upcoming midterms.
The central issue is therefore not simply whether individual claims of fraud can be disproved. It is whether Americans will trust the institutions responsible for counting their votes when the results are announced.
With control of Congress on the line, the battle over election legitimacy is unfolding alongside the campaign itself.
The warnings now circulating among Trump's allies could shape not only how voters approach November 3, but also how the country responds if the outcome threatens the president's political agenda.
#Trump #MidtermElections #ElectionIntegrity #AmericanPolitics
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With control of Congress at stake, Trump and his allies are intensifying warnings about election fraud, raising concerns that the groundwork is being laid to challenge unfavorable results before voters even cast their ballots.
The strategy centers on a familiar message: American elections cannot be trusted unless they produce an outcome the president and his supporters consider legitimate. From claims about noncitizen voting to attacks on mail-in ballots, Trump and influential voices in his political orbit have repeatedly portrayed the voting system as vulnerable to widespread abuse, despite limited evidence of fraud on the scale they suggest.
An analysis by The Washington Post found that nearly 600 prominent conservative accounts and media outlets had made more than 7,000 claims about election integrity this year. Allegations involving noncitizen voters and mail ballots have become particularly prominent as the November 3 midterms approach.
The evidence, however, tells a different story. Investigations in states including Nevada and Georgia have found few or no noncitizens on voter rolls in the cases examined. In New Jersey, officials removed registrations affected by a software error. Such cases highlight the distinction between administrative mistakes, which election officials can address, and claims of a coordinated effort to manipulate the outcome of an election.
Trump has continued to question the reliability of American elections, encouraged people to report suspected fraud and declined to rule out deploying federal personnel at polling places.
His administration has also pursued legal challenges involving voting procedures, ballot eligibility and election certification, placing additional pressure on state officials responsible for administering elections.
The consequences could extend beyond Election Day. By repeatedly suggesting that the system is compromised, political leaders can make it easier for supporters to dismiss results they dislike. The danger is not limited to a single disputed race. It is the possibility that distrust becomes the default response whenever an election produces an unexpected outcome.
Polling cited in the report suggests that doubts about election security have gained traction among Republicans, particularly over whether noncitizens can be prevented from voting.
At the same time, many Americans question whether Trump would accept a Republican defeat without challenging the result. Democrats and voting-rights advocates are preparing legal and political responses, including efforts to protect ballot counting, certification and the formal seating of elected lawmakers.
Their preparations reflect concern that disputes could move quickly from campaign rhetoric into courtrooms and government institutions.
Foreign influence operations pose a separate challenge. U.S. adversaries have sought to exploit political divisions and undermine confidence in democratic institutions, but the report offers no evidence that foreign actors are interfering directly with vote tabulation in the upcoming midterms.
The central issue is therefore not simply whether individual claims of fraud can be disproved. It is whether Americans will trust the institutions responsible for counting their votes when the results are announced.
With control of Congress on the line, the battle over election legitimacy is unfolding alongside the campaign itself.
The warnings now circulating among Trump's allies could shape not only how voters approach November 3, but also how the country responds if the outcome threatens the president's political agenda.
#Trump #MidtermElections #ElectionIntegrity #AmericanPolitics
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The White House Audition
Nicki Minaj sat down with Trump's communications director and praised the president's business instincts. He posted the video as though she had just passed a job interview.
"Ladies and gentlemen, I think we may have found the new White House Press Secretary!" Steven Cheung wrote on X on Oct. 25, tagging the rapper. In the clip, he asks her about Trump's economic policy, and she calls the president a businessman at heart who came back even when he had nothing left in the bank. The post came nine days after Press Secretary Katie Zacharia was fired. The official White House account replied with an eyes emoji. Neither post announced an appointment.
The tease already works as well as an announcement would. Minaj lends a celebrity endorsement and the White House dangles a government title, yet nobody needs to hire anyone for both sides to collect the attention.
So far, the only questions have come from the president's own communications director. Reporters' would presumably be the harder round.
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Nicki Minaj sat down with Trump's communications director and praised the president's business instincts. He posted the video as though she had just passed a job interview.
"Ladies and gentlemen, I think we may have found the new White House Press Secretary!" Steven Cheung wrote on X on Oct. 25, tagging the rapper. In the clip, he asks her about Trump's economic policy, and she calls the president a businessman at heart who came back even when he had nothing left in the bank. The post came nine days after Press Secretary Katie Zacharia was fired. The official White House account replied with an eyes emoji. Neither post announced an appointment.
The tease already works as well as an announcement would. Minaj lends a celebrity endorsement and the White House dangles a government title, yet nobody needs to hire anyone for both sides to collect the attention.
So far, the only questions have come from the president's own communications director. Reporters' would presumably be the harder round.
#WhiteHouse #NickiMinaj #Trump
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🏛⚔️ Trump Fires at Obama Over White House Makeover, Turning Cheesecake Factory Into a Political Battleground
Trump is defending his lavish White House renovations after former President Obama mocked the gold-heavy decor, sparking a political clash that has turned an unlikely restaurant chain into a talking point ahead of the November midterm elections.
Trump spent several minutes defending his renovation projects during a campaign stop in Mississippi on Monday, insisting that the historic residence had needed extensive repairs long before he returned to office.
His response followed Obama's remarks at a Democratic rally in Ohio, where the former president compared the White House's new look to a Cheesecake Factory opened by former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein.
Obama had questioned Trump's priorities, arguing that the president appeared more interested in home improvement than in addressing the economic pressures facing American families.
He pointed to the planned White House ballroom, changes to the Rose Garden, a new helicopter landing area and the extensive use of gold-colored decorations. Trump rejected the criticism, saying the building had suffered from neglected maintenance, damaged plaster, broken architectural features and missing decorative elements.
He argued that restoring the White House was a matter of national pride, not personal vanity, and insisted the work required only a small portion of his daily schedule.
The president also turned Obama's joke into a personal attack, arguing that mocking the renovations demonstrated a lack of understanding of the White House's symbolic importance.
Trump praised the work of the craftsmen involved and maintained that the building was now in better condition than it had been for decades.
The Cheesecake Factory quickly became an unexpected character in the political dispute. Republican allies accused Obama of looking down on ordinary Americans by using a popular restaurant chain as shorthand for excessive or tasteless design.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent even visited one of the chain's restaurants in Washington, publicly praised the meal and challenged the former president's perceived cultural elitism. But the backlash generated its own criticism.
Some commentators argued that defending the restaurant missed Obama's broader point: that Trump was devoting attention to decorative projects while voters remained concerned about prices, household budgets and the administration's policy priorities.
The dispute arrives at a politically sensitive moment. With control of Congress at stake in the November 3 midterms, Democrats are trying to frame the election as a referendum on Trump's leadership and his handling of the economy.
Republicans, meanwhile, are seeking to portray Obama's remarks as an example of Democratic condescension toward working-class voters.
The clash also reflects a more personal style of American politics, in which former presidents have increasingly become prominent voices in campaigns against their successors.
Obama's criticism followed a similar attack by former President Clinton, who mocked Trump's changes to the Rose Garden. For Trump, the renovations offer a chance to present himself as a builder restoring an important national landmark.
For his critics, the gold decorations and ambitious construction plans raise a different question: whether the president's attention is focused on the concerns that matter most to voters.
Ultimately, the argument is about more than interior design. It is a contest over image, priorities and political identity, unfolding just days before Americans head to the polls.
#Trump #Obama #WhiteHouse #MidtermElections
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Trump is defending his lavish White House renovations after former President Obama mocked the gold-heavy decor, sparking a political clash that has turned an unlikely restaurant chain into a talking point ahead of the November midterm elections.
Trump spent several minutes defending his renovation projects during a campaign stop in Mississippi on Monday, insisting that the historic residence had needed extensive repairs long before he returned to office.
His response followed Obama's remarks at a Democratic rally in Ohio, where the former president compared the White House's new look to a Cheesecake Factory opened by former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein.
Obama had questioned Trump's priorities, arguing that the president appeared more interested in home improvement than in addressing the economic pressures facing American families.
He pointed to the planned White House ballroom, changes to the Rose Garden, a new helicopter landing area and the extensive use of gold-colored decorations. Trump rejected the criticism, saying the building had suffered from neglected maintenance, damaged plaster, broken architectural features and missing decorative elements.
He argued that restoring the White House was a matter of national pride, not personal vanity, and insisted the work required only a small portion of his daily schedule.
The president also turned Obama's joke into a personal attack, arguing that mocking the renovations demonstrated a lack of understanding of the White House's symbolic importance.
Trump praised the work of the craftsmen involved and maintained that the building was now in better condition than it had been for decades.
The Cheesecake Factory quickly became an unexpected character in the political dispute. Republican allies accused Obama of looking down on ordinary Americans by using a popular restaurant chain as shorthand for excessive or tasteless design.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent even visited one of the chain's restaurants in Washington, publicly praised the meal and challenged the former president's perceived cultural elitism. But the backlash generated its own criticism.
Some commentators argued that defending the restaurant missed Obama's broader point: that Trump was devoting attention to decorative projects while voters remained concerned about prices, household budgets and the administration's policy priorities.
The dispute arrives at a politically sensitive moment. With control of Congress at stake in the November 3 midterms, Democrats are trying to frame the election as a referendum on Trump's leadership and his handling of the economy.
Republicans, meanwhile, are seeking to portray Obama's remarks as an example of Democratic condescension toward working-class voters.
The clash also reflects a more personal style of American politics, in which former presidents have increasingly become prominent voices in campaigns against their successors.
Obama's criticism followed a similar attack by former President Clinton, who mocked Trump's changes to the Rose Garden. For Trump, the renovations offer a chance to present himself as a builder restoring an important national landmark.
For his critics, the gold decorations and ambitious construction plans raise a different question: whether the president's attention is focused on the concerns that matter most to voters.
Ultimately, the argument is about more than interior design. It is a contest over image, priorities and political identity, unfolding just days before Americans head to the polls.
#Trump #Obama #WhiteHouse #MidtermElections
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Trump's new strikes on Iran... Coming soon 💥
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War, after the midterms
Gulf states have been told to prepare for a “short, intense” renewal of the war. American voters get to cast their ballots first.
The Trump administration has warned several Gulf Arab states of a possible campaign against Iran after the Nov. 3 midterms, The Wall Street Journal reports.
U.S. forces are replenishing munitions and preparing bombers and fighters. Trump is leaning toward a large attack on Iranian infrastructure and nuclear sites but has not authorized it.
The reported objective is to weaken Tehran and push it into negotiations. Gulf governments must also prepare for Iran’s response: Tehran has threatened retaliation against regional economic and civilian infrastructure.
The warning gives Washington another lever of diplomatic pressure and gives Iran’s neighbors reason to check their air defenses.
The nuclear picture is far from clear-cut. IAEA chief Rafael Grossi told the Security Council that his agency has detected no rebuilding of facilities damaged in the 2025 and 2026 strikes.
Iran still denies inspectors access to the bombed sites. Satellite monitoring, the agency stresses, cannot replace inspections.
Trump has said he will not strike before the midterms. Asked about an attack afterward, he replied, “Anything is possible.” The military decision remains open. The election calendar, by contrast, is explicit.
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Gulf states have been told to prepare for a “short, intense” renewal of the war. American voters get to cast their ballots first.
The Trump administration has warned several Gulf Arab states of a possible campaign against Iran after the Nov. 3 midterms, The Wall Street Journal reports.
U.S. forces are replenishing munitions and preparing bombers and fighters. Trump is leaning toward a large attack on Iranian infrastructure and nuclear sites but has not authorized it.
The reported objective is to weaken Tehran and push it into negotiations. Gulf governments must also prepare for Iran’s response: Tehran has threatened retaliation against regional economic and civilian infrastructure.
The warning gives Washington another lever of diplomatic pressure and gives Iran’s neighbors reason to check their air defenses.
The nuclear picture is far from clear-cut. IAEA chief Rafael Grossi told the Security Council that his agency has detected no rebuilding of facilities damaged in the 2025 and 2026 strikes.
Iran still denies inspectors access to the bombed sites. Satellite monitoring, the agency stresses, cannot replace inspections.
Trump has said he will not strike before the midterms. Asked about an attack afterward, he replied, “Anything is possible.” The military decision remains open. The election calendar, by contrast, is explicit.
#Iran #Trump #Midterms #GulfSecurity
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Trump’s $1.5 Trillion Pentagon Gamble Hits a Political Wall 🏛
Trump’s push to dramatically expand America’s military budget is running into a growing problem in Washington: even some Republicans are struggling to agree on how to pay for it, while Democrats are demanding greater accountability for the administration’s war spending.
The White House is seeking a record $1.5 trillion for defense in fiscal year 2027, a proposal that would mark a major increase in military spending. But the plan is facing mounting resistance as lawmakers debate its cost, its priorities and the administration’s handling of the conflict with Iran.
The proposal combines conventional military investments with some of Trump’s signature ambitions, including a next-generation missile defense system known as the Golden Dome, a new generation of warships and advanced fighter aircraft. The administration has also floated the idea of renaming the Defense Department the Department of War.
The scale of the request is only part of the problem. The administration has divided the proposed funding into two tracks: roughly $1.15 trillion that would require at least some Democratic support and another $350 billion intended to move through a party-line budget process. Republicans have yet to reach agreement on how to advance the latter package, exposing divisions within the president’s own party.
Democrats say they are reluctant to approve additional funding for the Iran war without stronger oversight and clear answers about the administration’s objectives.
Republicans counter that delaying defense legislation could weaken military readiness at a time when American forces are operating under growing pressure. The dispute is unfolding amid strained relations between Congress and Defense Secretary Hegseth.
Lawmakers from both parties have expressed frustration over restricted briefings, confrontational exchanges and what they describe as a breakdown in the trust traditionally needed to pass major defense legislation.The war itself is adding urgency to the debate. According to figures cited in reporting by one high-ranking official, the conflict with Iran has cost the United States more than $47 billion.
The fighting has also placed additional demands on weapons stockpiles, while military training and maintenance have faced delays. For defense planners, replenishing depleted inventories is a pressing concern.
For lawmakers, however, the question is whether the administration’s proposed spending package adequately distinguishes immediate military needs from expensive projects tied to the president’s broader vision.
The political calendar makes the challenge harder. With another election approaching and Democrats potentially preparing for more aggressive congressional oversight, negotiations over the budget are becoming entangled with wider battles over war policy, executive power and fiscal priorities.
The annual defense authorization bill is also stalled, raising doubts about whether Congress can approve the full package before the end of the year. Trump’s proposal is therefore about more than military hardware.
It has become a test of whether the administration can turn its ambitions into legislation, persuade skeptical lawmakers and maintain support for an increasingly costly war.
For now, the $1.5 trillion plan remains a request, not an approved budget, and its final shape will depend on negotiations on Capitol Hill.
#Trump #PentagonBudget #USDefense #IranWar
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Trump’s push to dramatically expand America’s military budget is running into a growing problem in Washington: even some Republicans are struggling to agree on how to pay for it, while Democrats are demanding greater accountability for the administration’s war spending.
The White House is seeking a record $1.5 trillion for defense in fiscal year 2027, a proposal that would mark a major increase in military spending. But the plan is facing mounting resistance as lawmakers debate its cost, its priorities and the administration’s handling of the conflict with Iran.
The proposal combines conventional military investments with some of Trump’s signature ambitions, including a next-generation missile defense system known as the Golden Dome, a new generation of warships and advanced fighter aircraft. The administration has also floated the idea of renaming the Defense Department the Department of War.
The scale of the request is only part of the problem. The administration has divided the proposed funding into two tracks: roughly $1.15 trillion that would require at least some Democratic support and another $350 billion intended to move through a party-line budget process. Republicans have yet to reach agreement on how to advance the latter package, exposing divisions within the president’s own party.
Democrats say they are reluctant to approve additional funding for the Iran war without stronger oversight and clear answers about the administration’s objectives.
Republicans counter that delaying defense legislation could weaken military readiness at a time when American forces are operating under growing pressure. The dispute is unfolding amid strained relations between Congress and Defense Secretary Hegseth.
Lawmakers from both parties have expressed frustration over restricted briefings, confrontational exchanges and what they describe as a breakdown in the trust traditionally needed to pass major defense legislation.The war itself is adding urgency to the debate. According to figures cited in reporting by one high-ranking official, the conflict with Iran has cost the United States more than $47 billion.
The fighting has also placed additional demands on weapons stockpiles, while military training and maintenance have faced delays. For defense planners, replenishing depleted inventories is a pressing concern.
For lawmakers, however, the question is whether the administration’s proposed spending package adequately distinguishes immediate military needs from expensive projects tied to the president’s broader vision.
The political calendar makes the challenge harder. With another election approaching and Democrats potentially preparing for more aggressive congressional oversight, negotiations over the budget are becoming entangled with wider battles over war policy, executive power and fiscal priorities.
The annual defense authorization bill is also stalled, raising doubts about whether Congress can approve the full package before the end of the year. Trump’s proposal is therefore about more than military hardware.
It has become a test of whether the administration can turn its ambitions into legislation, persuade skeptical lawmakers and maintain support for an increasingly costly war.
For now, the $1.5 trillion plan remains a request, not an approved budget, and its final shape will depend on negotiations on Capitol Hill.
#Trump #PentagonBudget #USDefense #IranWar
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The summit squeeze
Washington banned imports from three Chinese genomics companies. Beijing complained that the move violated the “consensus” reached by the two presidents. The next handshake now comes with something to argue about.
The U.S. added BGI Genomics, MGI Tech, and Shenzhen BGI Technology (also known as BGI Group) to its Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act Entity List on Oct. 28. Washington alleges the companies worked with Xinjiang’s government to enable forced labor involving Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities.
China’s Commerce Ministry demanded an end to “political manipulation” and “unreasonable suppression” and promised to defend Chinese businesses. Beijing denies the forced-labor allegations and says Washington has broken the leaders’ understanding.
The timing gives Trump the posture of a New York mob negotiator, who applies fresh pressure before sitting down and then lets the other side spend the meeting asking for relief.
Ahead of an expected Trump-Xi meeting at APEC in Shenzhen, Beijing is already defending its companies. Washington can discuss concessions from a position strengthened by restrictions it has just imposed.
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Washington banned imports from three Chinese genomics companies. Beijing complained that the move violated the “consensus” reached by the two presidents. The next handshake now comes with something to argue about.
The U.S. added BGI Genomics, MGI Tech, and Shenzhen BGI Technology (also known as BGI Group) to its Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act Entity List on Oct. 28. Washington alleges the companies worked with Xinjiang’s government to enable forced labor involving Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities.
China’s Commerce Ministry demanded an end to “political manipulation” and “unreasonable suppression” and promised to defend Chinese businesses. Beijing denies the forced-labor allegations and says Washington has broken the leaders’ understanding.
The timing gives Trump the posture of a New York mob negotiator, who applies fresh pressure before sitting down and then lets the other side spend the meeting asking for relief.
Ahead of an expected Trump-Xi meeting at APEC in Shenzhen, Beijing is already defending its companies. Washington can discuss concessions from a position strengthened by restrictions it has just imposed.
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Trump Eyes a New War With Iran
Trump has received a high-level military briefing on potential U.S. military action against Iran, raising fresh questions about whether Washington is preparing to resume major combat operations in the Middle East after the November 3 midterm elections.
Adm. Brad Cooper, the commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), met with Trump at the White House on Thursday to discuss possible military options involving Iran. The unusual face-to-face meeting also included Defense Secretary Hegseth, Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine and other senior administration officials, according to The Wall Street Journal, citing U.S. officials and people familiar with the discussions.
The meeting comes as the Trump administration weighs its next move in an increasingly volatile confrontation with Tehran. U.S. officials have reportedly warned several Arab Gulf nations to prepare for a potentially short but intense military campaign after the midterm elections.
The possible targets could include Iranian military infrastructure and nuclear facilities, according to separate reporting by the Associated Press.Trump has publicly left the door open to renewed military action, suggesting that Washington could launch another limited campaign if Iran refuses to accept U.S. demands.
Speaking at a rally last week, the president referred to the possibility of another operation similar to the U.S.-Israeli bombing campaign conducted earlier this year, known as Operation Epic Fury.
The administration has also strengthened its military posture across the region. The Pentagon has reinforced air defenses, increased supplies of ammunition and other military equipment, and taken steps to reduce the vulnerability of American personnel at exposed bases. An additional Patriot missile battery is also being sent to Israel as regional forces face growing pressure on their air-defense resources.
Meanwhile, Iran has signaled that any new American attack could trigger retaliation against U.S. and Gulf targets. Tehran has reportedly resumed ballistic missile production and intensified efforts to threaten American personnel and regional military installations. Thursday's White House meeting followed another high-level session on Wednesday, when senior military officials met with JD Vance.
The sequence of briefings underscores the growing attention within the administration to possible military scenarios involving Iran. However, a presidential briefing does not mean that a decision to launch new strikes has been made. Diplomacy remains an option, and officials familiar with the discussions have indicated that Trump has not given final approval for another military operation.
The timing is particularly significant. With the November 3 elections approaching, Trump faces competing pressures: maintaining his campaign promise to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon while avoiding a wider regional conflict that could carry substantial military, economic and political costs.
For now, Washington appears to be keeping both military and diplomatic options on the table. Whether the latest White House consultations lead to renewed strikes or become another round of strategic pressure on Tehran remains an open question.
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Trump has received a high-level military briefing on potential U.S. military action against Iran, raising fresh questions about whether Washington is preparing to resume major combat operations in the Middle East after the November 3 midterm elections.
Adm. Brad Cooper, the commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), met with Trump at the White House on Thursday to discuss possible military options involving Iran. The unusual face-to-face meeting also included Defense Secretary Hegseth, Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine and other senior administration officials, according to The Wall Street Journal, citing U.S. officials and people familiar with the discussions.
The meeting comes as the Trump administration weighs its next move in an increasingly volatile confrontation with Tehran. U.S. officials have reportedly warned several Arab Gulf nations to prepare for a potentially short but intense military campaign after the midterm elections.
The possible targets could include Iranian military infrastructure and nuclear facilities, according to separate reporting by the Associated Press.Trump has publicly left the door open to renewed military action, suggesting that Washington could launch another limited campaign if Iran refuses to accept U.S. demands.
Speaking at a rally last week, the president referred to the possibility of another operation similar to the U.S.-Israeli bombing campaign conducted earlier this year, known as Operation Epic Fury.
The administration has also strengthened its military posture across the region. The Pentagon has reinforced air defenses, increased supplies of ammunition and other military equipment, and taken steps to reduce the vulnerability of American personnel at exposed bases. An additional Patriot missile battery is also being sent to Israel as regional forces face growing pressure on their air-defense resources.
Meanwhile, Iran has signaled that any new American attack could trigger retaliation against U.S. and Gulf targets. Tehran has reportedly resumed ballistic missile production and intensified efforts to threaten American personnel and regional military installations. Thursday's White House meeting followed another high-level session on Wednesday, when senior military officials met with JD Vance.
The sequence of briefings underscores the growing attention within the administration to possible military scenarios involving Iran. However, a presidential briefing does not mean that a decision to launch new strikes has been made. Diplomacy remains an option, and officials familiar with the discussions have indicated that Trump has not given final approval for another military operation.
The timing is particularly significant. With the November 3 elections approaching, Trump faces competing pressures: maintaining his campaign promise to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon while avoiding a wider regional conflict that could carry substantial military, economic and political costs.
For now, Washington appears to be keeping both military and diplomatic options on the table. Whether the latest White House consultations lead to renewed strikes or become another round of strategic pressure on Tehran remains an open question.
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No Holds Barred: Trump Leads GOP’s All-Out Attack on Democrats
With the 2026 midterm elections approaching their final stretch, Republicans are increasingly relying on a familiar political weapon: personal attacks against their Democratic opponents.
Led by Trump, the party has shifted its closing campaign message toward a barrage of accusations, provocative claims and political character assaults. The strategy comes at a difficult moment for the GOP. Voter frustration over inflation, the cost of living and dissatisfaction with the president is creating serious challenges for Republican candidates.
Rather than focusing exclusively on their economic record or presenting a clear legislative agenda, party leaders have increasingly turned their attention to discrediting Democrats.
Trump has been at the center of this approach, using his enormous political platform to amplify attacks against Democratic candidates. The accusations have become increasingly aggressive, with some claims lacking credible factual support.
For Republicans, the calculation is straightforward: energize their political base, dominate the news cycle and shift public attention away from issues that could hurt the party at the ballot box.
Personal controversies can generate headlines far more quickly than detailed discussions about economic policy or government performance.But the strategy also carries risks.
Negative campaigning may mobilize loyal supporters, yet it can alienate independent voters and Americans who are increasingly exhausted by the constant hostility in Washington.
For voters worried about grocery bills, housing costs and financial security, another round of political name-calling offers little reassurance that their everyday problems will be addressed. The increasingly personal nature of the campaign also reflects a broader transformation within the Republican Party.
Under Trump, political confrontation has become a defining feature of the party's public identity. Candidates are operating in an environment where loyalty, aggressive messaging and the ability to dominate the media conversation often compete with traditional policy debates.
The Democrats, meanwhile, have an opportunity to turn the Republican strategy into a liability by keeping the focus on the economy, voters' concerns and the credibility of their opponents' claims.
As Election Day approaches, the central question is whether Trump's confrontational approach will succeed in rallying Republican voters or deepen the frustration of Americans who want political leaders to address the country's problems rather than wage another round of personal battles.
One thing is increasingly clear: the final days of the 2026 midterm campaign are becoming less about competing visions for America's future and more about the politics of accusation, confrontation and personal attacks.
#Trump #Republicans #Midterms2026 #USPolitics
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With the 2026 midterm elections approaching their final stretch, Republicans are increasingly relying on a familiar political weapon: personal attacks against their Democratic opponents.
Led by Trump, the party has shifted its closing campaign message toward a barrage of accusations, provocative claims and political character assaults. The strategy comes at a difficult moment for the GOP. Voter frustration over inflation, the cost of living and dissatisfaction with the president is creating serious challenges for Republican candidates.
Rather than focusing exclusively on their economic record or presenting a clear legislative agenda, party leaders have increasingly turned their attention to discrediting Democrats.
Trump has been at the center of this approach, using his enormous political platform to amplify attacks against Democratic candidates. The accusations have become increasingly aggressive, with some claims lacking credible factual support.
For Republicans, the calculation is straightforward: energize their political base, dominate the news cycle and shift public attention away from issues that could hurt the party at the ballot box.
Personal controversies can generate headlines far more quickly than detailed discussions about economic policy or government performance.But the strategy also carries risks.
Negative campaigning may mobilize loyal supporters, yet it can alienate independent voters and Americans who are increasingly exhausted by the constant hostility in Washington.
For voters worried about grocery bills, housing costs and financial security, another round of political name-calling offers little reassurance that their everyday problems will be addressed. The increasingly personal nature of the campaign also reflects a broader transformation within the Republican Party.
Under Trump, political confrontation has become a defining feature of the party's public identity. Candidates are operating in an environment where loyalty, aggressive messaging and the ability to dominate the media conversation often compete with traditional policy debates.
The Democrats, meanwhile, have an opportunity to turn the Republican strategy into a liability by keeping the focus on the economy, voters' concerns and the credibility of their opponents' claims.
As Election Day approaches, the central question is whether Trump's confrontational approach will succeed in rallying Republican voters or deepen the frustration of Americans who want political leaders to address the country's problems rather than wage another round of personal battles.
One thing is increasingly clear: the final days of the 2026 midterm campaign are becoming less about competing visions for America's future and more about the politics of accusation, confrontation and personal attacks.
#Trump #Republicans #Midterms2026 #USPolitics
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Grok, the all-seeing eye
Two House Democrats want to know who might be looking through it.
Before ordering Nicolás Maduro’s capture, Trump reportedly asked Grok how Venezuelans would react. House Democrats now want the record of his conversation with an adviser that never needs Senate confirmation.
Reps. Jamie Raskin and Robert Garcia, the senior Democrats on the Judiciary and Oversight committees, have demanded preservation of Trump’s official exchanges with Grok, ChatGPT and Claude, including prompts and responses. They requested a briefing by Nov. 11.
Their letter cites reporting that Trump consulted Elon Musk’s chatbot about capturing Maduro, then ordered the operation weeks later without congressional authorization. “You consulted Grok — but not Congress,” they wrote.
The request casts Grok as an oracle, with Trump asking at one end and Musk’s economic and political interests potentially shaping what comes back.
Nobody has established that Musk secretly supplied the answers or that Grok determined the decision. The question is whether a privately controlled system offered its owner a channel into presidential policy.
The White House says it preserves all legally required records. Musk did not immediately respond to Politico’s request for comment.
Democrats want the transcripts. The all-seeing eye has an owner.
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Two House Democrats want to know who might be looking through it.
Before ordering Nicolás Maduro’s capture, Trump reportedly asked Grok how Venezuelans would react. House Democrats now want the record of his conversation with an adviser that never needs Senate confirmation.
Reps. Jamie Raskin and Robert Garcia, the senior Democrats on the Judiciary and Oversight committees, have demanded preservation of Trump’s official exchanges with Grok, ChatGPT and Claude, including prompts and responses. They requested a briefing by Nov. 11.
Their letter cites reporting that Trump consulted Elon Musk’s chatbot about capturing Maduro, then ordered the operation weeks later without congressional authorization. “You consulted Grok — but not Congress,” they wrote.
The request casts Grok as an oracle, with Trump asking at one end and Musk’s economic and political interests potentially shaping what comes back.
Nobody has established that Musk secretly supplied the answers or that Grok determined the decision. The question is whether a privately controlled system offered its owner a channel into presidential policy.
The White House says it preserves all legally required records. Musk did not immediately respond to Politico’s request for comment.
Democrats want the transcripts. The all-seeing eye has an owner.
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The war that pays for itself
Trump says America has time to negotiate with Iran because the war has more than paid for itself. The Pentagon’s estimate of its cost through mid-October is $47.1 billion.
he told reporters Friday. He cited access to Venezuelan oil as compensation for seven months of war. Access to oil, however, is not an accounting of money received or war expenses repaid.
Qatari mediators spent more than 12 hours in Tehran on Friday trying to prevent renewed U.S.-led attacks. Iranian representatives arrived in Doha on Saturday to continue the talks.
A reported draft proposes moving Iran’s highly enriched uranium to an agreed third country or reducing its enrichment level, alongside reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days of an initial understanding.
Reciprocal U.S. sanctions relief and a possible Chinese guarantee are also under discussion. These remain proposed terms.
The negotiators are working through stockpiles, shipping access, and verifiable commitments.
Trump has already settled the financial question. In his account, an oil arrangement in one country reimburses a war in another.
The Pentagon records the expenditure. The president announces the reimbursement without showing the receipt.
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Trump says America has time to negotiate with Iran because the war has more than paid for itself. The Pentagon’s estimate of its cost through mid-October is $47.1 billion.
“Whatever we’ve spent, we’ve more than made up for in a place called Venezuela,”
he told reporters Friday. He cited access to Venezuelan oil as compensation for seven months of war. Access to oil, however, is not an accounting of money received or war expenses repaid.
Qatari mediators spent more than 12 hours in Tehran on Friday trying to prevent renewed U.S.-led attacks. Iranian representatives arrived in Doha on Saturday to continue the talks.
A reported draft proposes moving Iran’s highly enriched uranium to an agreed third country or reducing its enrichment level, alongside reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days of an initial understanding.
Reciprocal U.S. sanctions relief and a possible Chinese guarantee are also under discussion. These remain proposed terms.
The negotiators are working through stockpiles, shipping access, and verifiable commitments.
Trump has already settled the financial question. In his account, an oil arrangement in one country reimburses a war in another.
The Pentagon records the expenditure. The president announces the reimbursement without showing the receipt.
#Iran #Trump #Venezuela #WarCosts
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Trump’s Fortune, America’s Pain 💸🇺🇸
Democrats are turning Trump’s expanding personal wealth into a major weapon ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, arguing that while the president and his allies continue to accumulate fortunes, millions of Americans are struggling with rising prices and mounting household expenses.
The strategy is built around a message that appears to be gaining traction with voters: Washington politicians are getting richer while ordinary families are falling further behind. For Democrats, the issue is no longer simply about political ethics. It is about the direct impact of alleged corruption on the financial well-being of Americans.
Party strategists say polling has revealed an important shift in public sentiment. Voters are increasingly inclined to blame political corruption rather than corporate greed for their economic difficulties. That finding has helped Democrats make government accountability a central theme of their campaign to regain control of Congress.
The timing is significant. Persistent inflation has eroded purchasing power, while the cost of groceries, gasoline, housing and other essentials continues to weigh on household budgets.
Wage growth has struggled to keep pace, leaving many Americans frustrated despite broader signs of economic activity. Democrats argue that the contrast with Trump's financial fortunes is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.
His family has expanded its cryptocurrency interests during his presidency, while financial disclosures indicate that Trump generated more than $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency ventures in 2025.
The controversy has also been fueled by questions surrounding the administration's handling of records related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump's earlier promises to challenge Washington's powerful interests helped build his political image, but critics say recent developments have raised doubts about that commitment. Democratic campaigns are bringing the message directly to voters. In competitive congressional races, advertisements highlight lawmakers' stock trading, financial relationships with powerful industries and alleged benefits received through political connections.
One campaign slogan captures the strategy: “Their Corruption Is Costing Us.” The White House rejects the accusations, insisting that Trump is fighting fraud, waste and abuse across the federal government.
Administration officials argue that Democrats are ignoring efforts to protect taxpayers and are using corruption allegations for political gain. Republicans are also attempting to turn the issue against Democrats, pointing to disagreements over legislation restricting congressional stock trading.
However, the growing debate over politicians' financial interests is creating challenges for both parties.Recent polling suggests that concerns about corruption extend beyond traditional party lines. Even among Republican-leaning voters, the share who believe Trump is using the presidency to enrich himself has increased.
Democrats currently hold an advantage on the issue in several national surveys.Still, the political impact remains uncertain. Trump's most loyal supporters continue to dismiss allegations against him, arguing that his business background explains his wealth and questioning the financial conduct of Democratic politicians.
For Democrats, the challenge is to convince voters that corruption is not just another Washington scandal, but something that affects the price of everyday life.
With the midterm elections approaching, they are betting that Americans who feel financially squeezed will pay attention to who is benefiting from political power — and who is paying the bill.
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Democrats are turning Trump’s expanding personal wealth into a major weapon ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, arguing that while the president and his allies continue to accumulate fortunes, millions of Americans are struggling with rising prices and mounting household expenses.
The strategy is built around a message that appears to be gaining traction with voters: Washington politicians are getting richer while ordinary families are falling further behind. For Democrats, the issue is no longer simply about political ethics. It is about the direct impact of alleged corruption on the financial well-being of Americans.
Party strategists say polling has revealed an important shift in public sentiment. Voters are increasingly inclined to blame political corruption rather than corporate greed for their economic difficulties. That finding has helped Democrats make government accountability a central theme of their campaign to regain control of Congress.
The timing is significant. Persistent inflation has eroded purchasing power, while the cost of groceries, gasoline, housing and other essentials continues to weigh on household budgets.
Wage growth has struggled to keep pace, leaving many Americans frustrated despite broader signs of economic activity. Democrats argue that the contrast with Trump's financial fortunes is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.
His family has expanded its cryptocurrency interests during his presidency, while financial disclosures indicate that Trump generated more than $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency ventures in 2025.
The controversy has also been fueled by questions surrounding the administration's handling of records related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump's earlier promises to challenge Washington's powerful interests helped build his political image, but critics say recent developments have raised doubts about that commitment. Democratic campaigns are bringing the message directly to voters. In competitive congressional races, advertisements highlight lawmakers' stock trading, financial relationships with powerful industries and alleged benefits received through political connections.
One campaign slogan captures the strategy: “Their Corruption Is Costing Us.” The White House rejects the accusations, insisting that Trump is fighting fraud, waste and abuse across the federal government.
Administration officials argue that Democrats are ignoring efforts to protect taxpayers and are using corruption allegations for political gain. Republicans are also attempting to turn the issue against Democrats, pointing to disagreements over legislation restricting congressional stock trading.
However, the growing debate over politicians' financial interests is creating challenges for both parties.Recent polling suggests that concerns about corruption extend beyond traditional party lines. Even among Republican-leaning voters, the share who believe Trump is using the presidency to enrich himself has increased.
Democrats currently hold an advantage on the issue in several national surveys.Still, the political impact remains uncertain. Trump's most loyal supporters continue to dismiss allegations against him, arguing that his business background explains his wealth and questioning the financial conduct of Democratic politicians.
For Democrats, the challenge is to convince voters that corruption is not just another Washington scandal, but something that affects the price of everyday life.
With the midterm elections approaching, they are betting that Americans who feel financially squeezed will pay attention to who is benefiting from political power — and who is paying the bill.
#Trump #USPolitics #MidtermElections #PoliticalCorruption
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Your vote, our workaround
Trump is campaigning to keep Congress Republican. His aides have spent months preparing to govern around it if voters choose Democrats.
Since April, Stephen Miller, budget director Russell Vought and White House lawyers have been identifying executive actions on immigration, tariffs, housing and federal spending, Reuters reports.
Counsel Will Scharf’s team is examining what Trump can legally do alone, where he can stretch his authority and how to defend those decisions in court.
The proposals include tariffs on critical minerals and wind turbines, tighter visa rules and changes giving political appointees more control over federal grants.
Vought is also looking for money Congress has already appropriated, which would let priorities advance without another funding vote.
Democratic control would still matter. The House could investigate the administration. The Senate could block nominees. Courts could stop unlawful executive actions. Losing Congress would constrain Trump, even if it would not stop him from acting alone.
The preparations extend to oversight.
Lawyers have briefed officials on subpoenas and document requests, advised them to watch what they put in writing and sought a Justice Department opinion that could shield communications with private advisers.
The plan runs on two tracks. The White House would keep issuing decisions without Congress and prepare to withhold the conversations behind them. Voters may change who asks the questions. The White House is already working on which answers they get.
#Trump #Midterms #ExecutivePower #Congress
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Trump is campaigning to keep Congress Republican. His aides have spent months preparing to govern around it if voters choose Democrats.
Since April, Stephen Miller, budget director Russell Vought and White House lawyers have been identifying executive actions on immigration, tariffs, housing and federal spending, Reuters reports.
Counsel Will Scharf’s team is examining what Trump can legally do alone, where he can stretch his authority and how to defend those decisions in court.
The proposals include tariffs on critical minerals and wind turbines, tighter visa rules and changes giving political appointees more control over federal grants.
Vought is also looking for money Congress has already appropriated, which would let priorities advance without another funding vote.
Democratic control would still matter. The House could investigate the administration. The Senate could block nominees. Courts could stop unlawful executive actions. Losing Congress would constrain Trump, even if it would not stop him from acting alone.
The preparations extend to oversight.
Lawyers have briefed officials on subpoenas and document requests, advised them to watch what they put in writing and sought a Justice Department opinion that could shield communications with private advisers.
The plan runs on two tracks. The White House would keep issuing decisions without Congress and prepare to withhold the conversations behind them. Voters may change who asks the questions. The White House is already working on which answers they get.
#Trump #Midterms #ExecutivePower #Congress
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