Democratic takeover of US Congress: What happens next

Democrats are preparing a legislative offensive against US President Donald Trump after their sweeping midterm victory handed them control of both chambers of Congress and the power to challenge his policies, investigate his administration and block his nominees. Emboldened by victories deep in traditional Republican territory, the party is promising swift action on living costs and the war in Iran, while signalling that investigations of alleged abuses and corruption will be a major priority. House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries, who is in line to become the first Black speaker when the…