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Iran war, Epstein, impeachment? What will Democrats do with control of Congress?

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Briefings

Democrats secured both the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections, enabling them to block partisan legislation and subpoena witnesses. Eliza Herbert analyzes potential uses of these powers, noting the new Congress will be sworn in on January 3, 2027.

Key points

• Democrats control both the House and Senate, allowing them to block partisan legislation and subpoena witnesses.
• The new Congress will be sworn in on January 3, 2027, after the midterm elections.

Context

Democrats dominated the 2026 midterm elections, securing both the House and Senate. This gives them new powers to block partisan legislation and subpoena witnesses. Eliza Herbert examines potential uses of these powers.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the 2026 midterm election results and the January 3, 2027 swearing-in date. No specific policy goals, historical precedents, or expert opinions are provided.

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