Trump and Democrats Face Calls to Cooperate After MidtermsDemocrats Should Turn Their Majority Into Bipartisan ProgressTrump Should Govern Without Depending on Democratic Deals
After Democrats won majorities in Congress in Tuesday’s midterm elections, President Donald Trump and Democratic leaders offered mixed signals about working together, as commentators disagreed over whether cooperation or executive action should guide the next two years.With Democrats in control of Congress after Tuesday’s midterms, Trump and Democratic leaders have signaled some willingness to cooperate. They should pursue practical agreements on affordability, immigration and energy.After Democrats took control of Congress in Tuesday’s midterms, Trump signaled openness to cooperation. But he should use presidential authority rather than trust a Democratic majority that critics expect to target his administration.