Democrats prepare to confront Trump

Democrats plan to use their newly won control of Congress to confront President Donald Trump over the Iran war, reassess military aid to Israel and investigate his family’s Gulf business ties

Ezgi Akin
Ezgi Akin
Nov 5, 2026
A protest sign is seen near the White House the day after election day on November 04, 2026 in Washington, DC. Following the 2026 midterm elections the Democrats took control of Congress, winning a majority in the House and Senate, flipping several long term Republican held seats. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

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This is Ezgi Akin, filling in for Gabrielle.

In today’s edition:

  • Democrats prepare to confront Trump
  • Can Israel's Eisenkot rebuild ties with Democrats?
  • Pentagon’s $1.5 trillion budget faces Democratic challenge
  • Saudi Arabia, Syria sign $403M loan package

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