Democrats in Congress, buoyed by expectations of potential gains in the midterm elections, are preparing strategies to counter key Trump administration policies. Their focus includes legislative moves to prevent the administration from advancing certain initiatives, signaling a shift in power dynamics ahead of November. With control of the House or Senate potentially at stake, lawmakers are already mapping out how to challenge executive actions if they secure a majority. The push reflects broader tensions between the branches as Democrats seek to limit the administration’s agenda.


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 ...