White House plans to expand Trump’s executive powers in case of Democratic Congress

The White House is preparing for the possibility of a Democratic Congress by developing strategies to expand President Trump's executive powers, according to sources familiar with the matter. These preparations have been underway for months, with senior officials working with the Office of Legal Counsel to identify actions that could be taken unilaterally in areas such as immigration, trade, housing, and federal spending.

Potential measures include imposing new tariffs, tightening visa rules, and reducing housing costs. The administration has also explored ways to increase its influence over federal grant rules, potentially expanding White House control over funding without new legislation. Despite these preparations, the White House has dismissed the likelihood of a Republican loss in the upcoming elections.

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