Trump Threatens Veto on Democratic Legislation if They Control Congress
Trump renewed his threat to use his veto power against Democratic legislation if they take control of Congress, while expressing confidence in continuing his agenda.
Translated by Qiyas from الراي — Original source
U.S. President Donald Trump renewed his hint that he would resort to using the “veto” when asked about the possibility of Democrats gaining control of Congress in the midterm elections currently underway in the United States.
Trump told CBS News in a phone interview, timed with the closing of polling stations across the country, “I have absolute power. It’s called the veto.”
He affirmed that he is prepared to use the veto against Democratic legislation “if necessary,” welcoming the nickname “Mr. Veto” to describe his approach toward Democrats should they win majorities in either the House of Representatives or the Senate.
Polling experts predicted some losses for the Republican Party, and late last October, CBS News polls indicated that Republicans might be on track to lose control of the House of Representatives.
Nevertheless, Trump remained optimistic when asked about his party’s chances, saying, “Regardless of the election results and the makeup of Congress next year, I am confident in my ability to continue my agenda over the next two years.”
In an interview with the newspaper on Tuesday, Trump expressed satisfaction with the current status of the crisis with Iran.
Trump said in the six-minute phone interview, “It seems we are getting everything we want.”
