Lame-duck Trump: What he can, can't do — 10 key questions answered

Gulf News · Stephen N R · 2026-11-05 10:17 UTC

Explore the limits of Congress's power to check a lame-duck President Trump as Democrats take control. Key insights on military, executive orders, and impeachment.

From Iran strikes to impeachment and veto powers, what Congress can — and cannot — stop

Dubai: Donald Trump may have lost his party’s grip on Congress, but the US president still holds some of the most powerful tools in American government — including the authority to direct military operations, issue executive orders and veto legislation.

The Democrats’ sweeping victory in Tuesday’s midterm elections has raised an urgent question: How much can Congress actually do to stop a president determined to pursue his agenda?

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