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Jan 2025

13m 18s

Trump’s Got a Friendly Congress. What Do...

The Wall Street Journal

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Donald Trump takes office this week with slim Republican majorities in both the House and Senate. What might we see from Congress once the President-elect begins his term? WSJ congressional reporter Siobhan Hughes discusses the dynamic between Trump and lawmakers as well as what that means for the incoming President’s agenda. Alex Ossola hosts.

Further Reading

Debt-Ceiling Fight Has New X Factor: Trump

Why the Trumpiest Congress Ever May Not Deliver His Agenda

Mike Johnson Wins Speaker Vote After Trump Twists Arms

Johnson Wins Speaker Battle, but Proves GOP Has Little Room for Error

House and Senate Split on How to Deliver for Trump

Republicans Lean Toward ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’ for Trump Agenda

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