Democrats in Congress, buoyed by expectations of potential election gains, are preparing legislative strategies to counter key Trump administration policies. Their focus includes measures to prevent the executive branch from advancing controversial initiatives without congressional approval. Lawmakers are emphasizing oversight and procedural hurdles as tools to slow or halt implementation of certain actions. The push reflects broader tensions between the branches as Democrats seek to reassert their influence in the legislative process.


Congressional Democrats, optimistic about regaining a majority in the House or Senate following this year’s midterm elections, are outlining their plans to block the Trump administration from ...