What can Democrats accomplish with control of Congress?

WBUR

Published November 6, 2026 at 11:59 AM EST

Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) speaks alongside U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) following a policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on July 21, 2026 in Washington, DC. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) joined them as they discussed the Republican budget proposals and the Iran war. (Finn Gomez/Getty Images)

Democrats are poised to take control of Congress, but President Trump’s veto power could limit their ability to pass new laws. Still, the party has other ways to advance its agenda.

Here & Now‘s Scott Tong speaks with Virginia Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine about what Democrats can accomplish before and after taking control of Congress.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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