US President Trump Faces 'Lame Duck' Status After Midterm Election Losses

Al Jazeera · world

US President Donald Trump's Republican party has lost control of both houses of Congress in the midterm elections. Despite this, Trump has expressed willingness to work with Democrats while also signaling his intent to use his veto power. Pundits suggest Trump is entering a 'lame duck' period, diminishing his influence over the legislative agenda. Historically, presidents in this phase, even with divided government, retain significant executive powers to advance their policies.