Trump says he could make deals with Democrats if they regain Congress

President Donald J. Trump said he would “probably” be able to make deals with Democrats if they regain majorities in Congress, but added that he would also work to block their agenda. Speaking at a campaign event on Tuesday, the former president told supporters that while he would seek bipartisan agreements, he would “be a blocker” and “block all of their bad stuff for two years.”

Trump’s comments come amid speculation about his strategy for the 2024 election cycle, when Democrats are expected to contest both chambers of Congress. He emphasized that any cooperation would be balanced by a willingness to obstruct legislation he deems harmful, framing his approach as a safeguard against what he calls “bad” Democratic proposals. The remarks were delivered in the context of his ongoing campaign messaging aimed at voters who favor a more confrontational stance toward the opposition party.

The former president’s statements suggest a dual strategy: negotiating with Democrats when they hold power while simultaneously positioning himself to impede their legislative agenda. This approach reflects his broader campaign narrative of protecting conservative priorities through both collaboration and obstruction.