Democrats in Congress may now try to limit the war with Iran, allocate new aid to Ukraine and end military aid to Israel. Reuters With the transition of the majority in Congress from Republicans to Democrats, the latter have several ways to influence Trump's foreign policy, writes Reuters. The agency lists five main areas: Limit the war with Iran The majority in Congress may cut defense spending or delay the approval of candidates for government offices to force Trump to approve the continuation of the war. In addition, administration representatives can be required to report on their plans in open discussions. Provide new aid to Ukraine Democrats in Congress will be able to decide in most cases which bills will be brought up for a vote and when, which could allow them to approve new aid to Ukraine. She is likely to get the two-thirds majority needed to override Trump's veto. The cessation of military aid to Israel includes basic annual funding of $3.8 billion (although Trump has already announced its cancellation), as well as additional billions of dollars allocated after the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Limiting military spending this year, Trump requested a 67% increase in the military budget to $1.5 trillion. However, Democrats have already blocked that proposal in the Senate, citing Trump's refusal to consult with Congress on the Iran war and his cuts in spending on social programs. Strengthen control of Latin American politics Some Democrats have called for investigations and hearings into Trump's actions in Venezuela. Others condemned sanctions punishing Cuban citizens and called for an end to interference in elections in other countries.

Democrats in Congress may now try to limit the war with Iran, allocate new aid to Ukraine and end military aid to Israel. Reuters With the transition of the majority in Congress from Republicans to Democrats, the latter have several ways to influence Trump's foreign policy, writes Reuters. The agency lists five main areas: Limit the war with Iran The majority in Congress may cut defense spending or delay the approval of candidates for government offices to force Trump to approve the continuation of the war. In addition, administration representatives can be required to report on their plans in open discussions. Provide new aid to Ukraine Democrats in Congress will be able to decide in most cases which bills will be brought up for a vote and when, which could allow them to approve new aid to Ukraine. She is likely to get the two-thirds majority needed to override Trump's veto. The cessation of military aid to Israel includes basic annual funding of $3.8 billion (although Trump has already announced its cancellation), as well as additional billions of dollars allocated after the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Limiting military spending this year, Trump requested a 67% increase in the military budget to $1.5 trillion. However, Democrats have already blocked that proposal in the Senate, citing Trump's refusal to consult with Congress on the Iran war and his cuts in spending on social programs. Strengthen control of Latin American politics Some Democrats have called for investigations and hearings into Trump's actions in Venezuela. Others condemned sanctions punishing Cuban citizens and called for an end to interference in elections in other countries.