Trump’s Plan to Bypass Congress: Is Washington Facing a Presidential Power Grab?

Donald Trump and the United States Capitol representing the struggle over presidential power and congressional authority.

Donald Trump’s White House is reportedly preparing to rely on executive authority if Democrats win Congress in the 2026 midterms. From federal spending to immigration and tariffs, the strategy raises serious questions about presidential power, congressional oversight, and America’s constitutional checks and balances.

Trump Says Vance Contacted Iran Over Medical Supplies — But Reports Suggest Something Much Bigger

Donald Trump and JD Vance featured in an illustration about US outreach to Iran and disputed reports of peace negotiations.

President Trump says JD Vance contacted Iran to discuss medical supplies, but multiple reports suggest the vice president was seeking to restart peace negotiations. As military tensions rise and the economic costs of war mount, conflicting explanations raise new questions about Washington’s intentions.