# What Trump losing power over Congress means for Iran, Ukraine and foreign policy

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/what-trump-losing-power-over-congress-means-for-iran-ukraine-and-foreign-policy/
- Published: 2026-11-04T09:23:27+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-06T02:57:02+00:00
- Original publisher: CNBC (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/11/04/democrats-congress-trump-foreign-policy.html
- Topics: Business, Europe, Government, Middle East, Politics, World

## Key points

- Democrats could use Congress to challenge Trump’s Iran policy.
- A veto override would require two-thirds support in both chambers.
- Analysts foresee a Hormuz deal and possible cabinet changes.

## Summary

The article examines how a reported Democratic gain in Congress could limit President Donald Trump’s freedom to pursue his foreign policy, particularly the war with Iran and support for Ukraine. Democrats may use hearings, votes and control over government funding to challenge or restrain the administration, though Congress’s influence would depend on whether measures can become binding law.

Experts cited say a bill ordering the US to end its involvement in the Iran war would need two-thirds support in both chambers to override a presidential veto. Democrats could also try to restrict war funding, but the article notes that votes may not compel the administration to change course. Berenberg economist Holger Schmieding expects Trump to seek a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz next year, while RUSI fellow Mitchell Reiss says Trump may replace Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, as presidents have done after midterm setbacks.

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