In an interview with the New York Post published Monday, Trump said he expected Republicans to perform well but acknowledged the possibility of a Democratic takeover.
“I think we're going to do great. But if we didn't win, I veto everything. I'll be vetoing, vetoing,” Trump said.
He added that such a standoff could last “a month or two” before both sides eventually begin negotiating. “I guess I'll become Mr. Veto,” Trump said.
White House Prepares for Divided Government
The comments come as the White House has spent months preparing for the possibility that Democrats could gain control of one or both chambers of Congress.
Reuters reported that senior administration officials have been examining ways to continue parts of Trump’s agenda through executive authority, particularly on immigration, tariffs, housing and federal spending.
A Democratic controlled Congress could block administration backed legislation, tighten oversight of government spending and launch investigations through congressional committees.
Trump would still retain significant executive authority, including the power to veto legislation. Congress can override a presidential veto, but only with a two thirds majority in both chambers.
Control of Congress at Stake
All 435 seats in the House of Representatives are being contested in the November 3 elections, while about one third of Senate seats are also on the ballot. Republicans entered election day controlling both chambers.
The outcome will shape how easily Trump can advance his domestic agenda during the remaining two years of his second term.
Even if Democrats secure Congress, the White House’s preparations suggest the administration intends to rely more heavily on executive powers where legislation becomes difficult.
Trump, however, indicated that an extended period of vetoes would eventually have to give way to negotiation. “At some point, we'll probably make deals,” he said.
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