Preferences of American voters The possible victory of the Democrats in both houses of Congress does not necessarily mean that Donald Trump will be restrained. They can increase the cost of White House decisions by controlling committees, subpoenaing administration officials, putting pressure on the budget and stalling Senate appointments; But the president's veto power, veto barriers in the Senate, and broad executive branch powers will keep the distance between an election victory and real change in Trump's policies. On the other hand, the Financial Times poll shows that almost 70% of American voters are not satisfied with Donald Trump's performance in curbing inflation. Reducing prices and strengthening the economy are at the top of the electoral demands by a significant margin, and the increase in the cost of living stressed the position of the Republicans in the mid-term elections. The result of these elections can affect the equations of the war with Iran; However, the Democratic victory does not necessarily mean that the president will be restrained. Trump has about two months until the new Congress begins in January; An opportunity that could have a decisive effect on the fate of foreign relations and the possibility of increasing tensions with other countries. the channel.