Democrats aiming for control of Congress vow action on healthcare, cost of living, Iran war

By: Shauneen Miranda, Ariana Figueroa, Ashley Murray, Jonathan Shorman

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: October 14, 2026

Words: 3,006

Last Updated: 20 minutes ago

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WASHINGTON — Democrats are touting an ambitious legislative agenda centered on affordability and accountability if they take back the U.S. House or Senate — or both — in November.

A slew of pressing policy debates are on tap for Democrats, including healthcare, immigration, voting rights, the war in Iran, oversight, education and beyond, as they aim to reverse many of President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans’ actions since January 2025.

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