President-elect Donald Trump’s bid to shake up how the Senate confirms his Cabinet and other appointments has more potential to weaken his agenda rather than kick-start it. His desire to use so-called recess appointments would erode the Senate’s power and tradition by sidestepping the confirmation process,

House Democrats are strategizing ways to put a damper on the Trump administration's sweeping plans while their party still retains some control in Washington, Axios has learned. Why it matters: Many Democrats fear that full GOP control of Congress – an increasingly likely prospect – will allow Trump to roll back many of the gains they made under the Biden administration.

Republicans moved closer this weekend to securing control of the U.S. House of Representatives, a potential advantage for President-elect Donald Trump as he prepares to enter the White House in January.

Republicans are projected to keep control of the House of Representatives, handing the party total control of Washington with President-elect Trump back in the White House in January. Decision Desk HQ projected the GOP would hold the House by winning its 218th seat on Monday,