Ossoff: Democrat midterm victories would do more than ‘just restore checks and balances’
- Posted on July 20, 2026
- By The Hill
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In brief
Senator Jon Ossoff emphasizes that Democratic control of Congress would extend beyond institutional oversight, positioning the party to actively challenge Trump's policies and agenda. The Georgia Democrat argues that midterm victories would grant Democrats the legislative power to implement substantive opposition measures throughout the remainder of Trump's presidency, fundamentally shifting the balance of power in Washington.
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Ossoff: Democrat midterm victories would do more than ‘just restore checks and balances’
Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff (Ga.) said Friday his party, if it were to take control of both chambers of Congress after the midterms, will “rebuke” President Trump for the remainder of his term. …
