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Democrats are preparing to control the House and Senate for the next two years after their midterm gains. They have previewed plans to challenge parts of President Trump’s agenda, but proposed changes—including on tariffs and judicial nominees—are not yet enacted.
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Congressional control can affect federal laws, trade policy, oversight and confirmations. Businesses, households and U.S. allies are watching possible tariff and foreign-policy shifts, but the reports describe expectations and plans, not changes already in force.