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  "id": 18226121,
  "title": "Trump wants to work with Democrats after election defeat: Can bipartisan cooperation survive?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/trump-wants-to-work-with-democrats-after-election-defeat-can",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T01:49:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Live Mint",
    "slug": "live-mint",
    "url": "https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/trump-wants-to-work-with-democrats-after-election-defeat-can-bipartisan-cooperation-survive-11793842745472.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "After a devastating midterm election defeat for Republicans, US President Donald Trump expressed a willingness to cooperate with Democrats, signaling a potential shift in the political landscape. In an interview with The New York Times, Trump stated, \"We'll work with the Democrats, and we'll, you know, look forward to working with them. We'll probably work something out.\" However, the extent of bipartisan cooperation remains uncertain as Democrats now hold majorities in both chambers of Congress.\n\nWhile Trump retains executive powers, Democrats will have the authority to scrutinize his administration, challenge his legislative agenda, and make it more difficult to pass legislation. Deep divisions between Republicans and Democrats could hinder efforts to agree on legislation, and internal divisions within the Democratic Party could further complicate the process. Despite Democrats' control over congressional committees, Trump's Cabinet, and federal judiciary nominees, his ability to pass legislation will be significantly constrained.\n\nThe passage of bills will require the president's signature, and Trump can veto legislation passed by Congress. Congress can override a veto with a two-thirds majority in both chambers, a hurdle that Democrats may find challenging given their current numbers. Democrats could also face internal divisions, particularly on contentious issues such as foreign policy and support for Israel, which could further complicate their legislative efforts.\n\nWhile Trump's Republican Party has lost its control in both chambers of Congress, the checks and balances system in the US federal government ensure that no single branch can exercise unchecked power. However, the shift in control of Congress, along with deep political divisions, could lead to legislative gridlock, making it challenging for Trump to push his agenda through Congress during the remainder of his two-year term.",
  "summary": "Following the Republican loss of control in both chambers of Congress during the midterm elections, President Donald Trump signaled a willingness to work with Democrats. In a phone call with CNBC, Trump identified trade and financial issues as potential areas for cooperation, while dismissing concerns regarding impeachment, according to the Jerusalem Post. However, Live Mint noted that deep political divisions, veto powers, and disagreements with the opposition could make bipartisan cooperation difficult.\n\nThe election results leave Trump facing a transformed political landscape where Democrats hold the power to probe his administration, thwart appointments, and block legislation, according to The Jakarta Post. The report also highlighted signs of Republican infighting, noting that Vice President JD Vance made a public split from Trump over the Iran war, suggesting the conflict was a reason for the election loss.\n\nDuring his first public remarks following the midterm defeat, Trump appeared at his new White House ballroom to sign a final steel beam for the $400 million project. According to the Malay Mail, Trump spoke for 16 minutes about architectural details such as marble floors, chandeliers, and Corinthian columns, but made no mention of the voter rebuke regarding the cost of living or the Iran war.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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