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What Trump Could Do Next With A Republican Congress
- •The upcoming midterm elections will decide control of Congress for the final two years of Donald Trump's presidency, directly impacting his legislative agenda.
- •A Republican-controlled House and Senate could streamline priorities regarding taxes, immigration, energy, national security, and Trump's America First foreign policy.
- •Proposals include a promised 5000 dollar Trump Dividend for adult US citizens, alongside potential efforts to make expiring tax cuts permanent.
- •Immigration and border policies could see increased funding and legal backing for detention, deportations, and stricter asylum and visa rules.
- •Foreign policy and funding for conflicts involving Iran, Ukraine, and NATO will remain heavily influenced by Republican control over congressional budgets.
Key Questions Answered
The Trump Dividend is a proposed $5,000 payment for every adult US citizen if Republicans retain control of both the House and Senate in November 2026. According to the White House, this payment would be funded by the strength of the economy and tariff revenues.
A Republican Congress could provide increased funding and legal backing for border wall completion, expanded immigration enforcement, stricter asylum and visa rules, and the largest deportation program in American history. It could also support continued pressure on skilled immigration, such as restrictions on H-1B workers.
Because Congress controls funding, a Republican Congress could heavily influence the amount of money and military equipment allocated toward Ukraine, Israel, and US forces overseas. This legislative power aligns with Trump's push for burden-sharing and tougher demands on NATO allies.
