Trump agenda likely to be curbed with Democrats in charge

President Trump appears to be reevaluating his strategy regarding Democrats after Tuesday's significant victories for their party in the midterm elections. On Tuesday night, the president told Politico that his goal was to work with Democrats, while in a phone call with CBS News, he expressed a more confrontational stance, insisting he retains the power of veto.

By Wednesday, he had reconciled the two positions, suggesting he would likely cooperate with Democrats unless they pursued "destructive" actions, noting his veto power could still be utilized.

As Democrats prepare to take control of the Senate and the House in January, they intend to wield significant investigative power. Committee chair's gavels carry subpoena authority, and Democrats are planning to launch investigations into various aspects of the Trump administration and his family. Topics of scrutiny include the Trump family's business dealings, corporate corruption, Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions, Jeffrey Epstein scandal, Jared Kushner's private equity fund investments, Pentagon contracts, alleged pay-to-play schemes, and White House ballroom donations.

Lawmakers like Rep. Robert Garcia, the incoming chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, have already mapped out a robust investigative agenda. They plan to question administration officials who have caused harm and pursue contempt charges against those who refuse to cooperate. Other Democrats, such as Rep. Jamie Raskin and Rep. Adam Smith, have their own lists of targets, including the Trump Justice Department, the Defense Department, and alleged "slush funds" used in various initiatives.

The White House has warned Democrats against abusing their power and politicizing the investigation process, emphasizing that they still control the federal government and its powers.