Democrats Face Uncertainty on Working With Trump if They Win Back Power

Democrats unsure how to work with Trump if they regain control. Key issues include Medicaid, immigration, and AI.

September 13, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — As the political landscape shifts, Democrats are grappling with the complexities of working with a former president should they gain control of Congress. The uncertainty surrounding potential cooperation highlights deep divisions within the party.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries faced criticism after meeting with Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law, sparking concerns about the party’s commitment to investigating the Trump family. Despite this, Democrats remain divided on how to approach collaboration with the former administration.

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Rep. Brad Schneider expressed hope for bipartisan efforts on economic issues but emphasized the need for restraint on Trump’s policies. Meanwhile, Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, representing a district that supported Trump, struggled to outline areas of potential agreement. Some lawmakers, like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, see opportunities in preserving Medicaid benefits, while others, such as Rep. Tom Suozzi, highlight immigration as a possible area of compromise.

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