# Democrats weigh affordability measures and investigations after midterm win

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/we-must-deliver-jubilant-democrats-gather-in-denver-to-chart-way-forward/
- Published: 2026-11-14T11:00:44+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-14T11:12:26+00:00
- Original publisher: The Guardian (publisher lean: Left)
- Original article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/nov/14/democrats-denver-whats-next-conference
- Topics: World

## Key points

- Democrats celebrated a major midterm victory in Denver.
- Their new majority begins in January.
- Party members differ on priorities and Senate leadership.

## Summary

Democrats gathered in Denver after a sweeping 2026 midterm victory to decide how to use their new congressional majorities. They broadly agree they must act quickly when the new majority takes office in January, but disagree over whether to prioritise cost-of-living measures, investigations into the administration, or both.

The three-day “What’s Next” conference brought together elected officials, campaign workers and potential 2028 presidential contenders. Senator-elect James Talarico and House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries called for relief from high costs, while Iowa governor-elect Rob Sand urged lawmakers to focus on practical results; Maryland congressman Jamie Raskin said they could also pursue investigations. Senate leadership is another point of tension, with Chris Van Hollen challenging Chuck Schumer and Michigan senator Elissa Slotkin saying she would not support Schumer.

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