‘I Guess I’ll Become…’: Trump Reveals His Plans If Democrats Take Control Of US Congress After Midterms

Last Updated:November 01, 2026, 11:15 PM IST

Trump said he would not allow the Oppn to undo his administration’s work, while suggesting that political negotiations could eventually follow a period of legislative deadlock.

US President Donald Trump arrives to speak during a campaign rally at Rock Hill Sports and Event Center, Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, in Rock Hill, South Carolina (IMAGE: AP Photo)

Ahead of the US midterm elections, President Donald Trump has outlined his plans in case Democrats take control of both chambers of Congress, saying that he would use his veto powers to block their legislative agenda.

Trump said he would not allow the opposition party to undo his administration’s work, while suggesting that political negotiations could eventually follow a period of legislative deadlock.

‘I’m Not Going To Let Them Ruin It’: Trump

“I guess I’ll become Mr. Veto,” Trump said. The Republican leader made the remarks while speaking to The Post’s Miranda Devine on her “Pod Force One” podcast in an episode scheduled to be released on Monday.

“I’m not going to let them ruin it,” the US President added.

Trump indicated that even if Democrats secure control of Congresshe would still find ways to advance his agenda. He suggested that repeated presidential vetoes could eventually push lawmakers towards negotiations and compromises.

“And then at some point, we’ll probably make deals. That’s what’s happened. I mean, this wouldn’t be the first time,” he added.

He further explained how he expects such a standoff to unfold. “They’ll be sending stuff up. You veto it,” he remarked.

“And eventually, after a month or two of getting all vetoed, they’re just wasting [time]they come over, and you make a deal. I think that probably would happen, but hopefully we don’t have to worry about that,” he further stated.

US Midterms To Decide Control Of Congress

The remarks come just two days before the November 3 midterm elections, in which Americans will elect all 435 members of the House of Representatives and 35 senators. The results will determine which party controls Congress during the final two years of Trump’s presidency.

Republicans currently hold narrow majorities in both chambers, with a 218-214 advantage in the House and a 53-47 edge in the Senate.

Quick Answers

Powered by

Ask News18

What did Donald Trump say he would do if Democrats take control of Congress in the US midterms?

President Donald Trump stated that he would use his presidential veto powers to block the legislative agenda of the opposition party, remarking that he would become “Mr. Veto” to prevent Democrats from ruining his administration’s work and would rely on vetoes to eventually push lawmakers toward negotiations.

How many seats do Democrats need to win to take control of both chambers of US Congress?

Democrats need a net gain of four seats in both the House of Representatives and the Senate to flip both chambers from Republican control, though some reports note they need three or four seats depending on current vacancies and specific chamber projections.

What alternative measures is the Trump administration preparing if Democrats win Congress?

The Trump administration is preparing to rely more heavily on executive powers to advance its policy priorities across areas like immigration, tariffs, housing affordability, and federal expenditure without congressional approval.

Powered by

Ask News18

About the Author

Manisha RoySenior Sub-Editor

Manisha Roy is a Senior Sub-Editor at News18.com, with over 7 years of experience in journalism. She covers politics and a wide range of hard news, with a keen interest in national and international d…Read More

Read More