Following their victory in the November midterms, Democrats are preparing a legislative offensive in Congress and a series of investigations to challenge the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump. Their priorities include ending the trade war with Canada and restoring Congress’s authority over taxation, arguing that the duties are raising living costs. Democrats nevertheless lack the 60 Senate votes needed to overcome a Republican filibuster, while overriding a presidential veto would require two-thirds majorities in both chambers. According to the Tax Foundation, the tariffs increased the average U.S. household’s tax burden by $820 in 2026, while 65% of surveyed voters said they hurt the American economy.
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