Democrats to try limiting Trump Iran war powers during House pro forma session

Democrats will attempt to pass a resolution to limit President Trump’s war powers in Iran by unanimous consent during a pro forma session of the House on Thursday. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) announced the plan in a letter to colleagues Wednesday while criticizing Trump’s management of the conflict and the ceasefire deal announced Tuesday. “A…

Nonpartisan Forecaster Identifies Growing Democratic Pickup Opportunities in House

The U.S. Capitol in Washington on March 27, 2026. Samuel Corum/Getty Images A nonpartisan election forecaster has shifted five House races in favor of Democrats, signaling a difficult midterm environment for Republicans defending their narrow House majority. The Cook Political Report, which provides analysis of elections and political trends, moved five seats in Democrats’ favor