Democrats prepare to limit presidential power if they regain Congress
The short version
- Democrats could regain subpoena power and committee control if they take Congress.
- Democrats are exploring ways to limit the powers of future presidents.
- The effort is not expected to lead to significant reforms while President Trump remains in office.
- Democrats have accused Trump of abusing his executive authority.
- The current president holds the veto pen, which limits the impact of legislative changes.
What we don’t know yet
- What specific measures Democrats plan to introduce to curb presidential power.
- How much support Democrats will have in the Senate to pass reforms.
- Whether any of the proposed reforms would survive a presidential veto.
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