Congress has constitutional powers over war and military spending, but using them to force a president to change military strategy is difficult. Trump
\n\nThe outcome of the 2026 US midterm elections could reshape the political constraints facing President Donald Trump over the war with Iran, although a Democratic takeover of Congress would not automatically change the course of the military campaign.
\n\nIf Democrats gain control of the House of Representatives, they would have greater authority to investigate the administration’s handling of the conflict, question its military objectives and push for restrictions on further action. However, Trump would remain commander-in-chief, retaining the power to direct US military operations.
\n\nCongress has constitutional powers over war and military spending, but using them to force a president to change military strategy is difficult. Trump could veto legislation seeking to restrict military operations, while overriding such a veto would require a two-thirds majority in both chambers — a threshold Democrats are unlikely to achieve even after significant electoral gains.
\n\nLawmakers may also hesitate to cut funding for American troops already deployed in the region.
\n\nNevertheless, a shift in congressional control could increase political pressure on the White House. The Iran war has become a domestic…
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