Trump’s Plan B: How White House Could Govern Without Congress | US Midterm Elections

With the 2026 US midterm elections approaching, Donald Trump’s White House is preparing for the possibility of a Democratic takeover of Congress. According to reports, senior aides are examining how the president could pursue his agenda through executive powers, including on tariffs, immigration, federal spending and housing, without new congressional approval. The administration is also preparing for possible Democratic investigations, subpoenas and legal challenges. Trump has suggested he could initially respond to a Republican defeat by vetoing legislation before negotiating. This report examines the White House strategy, the limits of presidential authority and the prospect of divided government.