White House lawyers prep staff for dealing with a Democrat Congress

The White House Counsel's Office is briefing political appointees on preparing for potential congressional oversight amid expectations of Democratic gains in the November midterms. These briefings include a PowerPoint on oversight practices and emphasize caution in written communications and timely responses to inquiries.

One official noted, “It’s obvious to everyone that it’s very likely” Democrats could win a chamber. The discussions reflect a serious tone about the Republican Party’s current challenges, including low approval ratings for Trump due to economic issues.

Democrats have revived impeachment calls, while Trump has publicly acknowledged the risks, stating, "You got to win the midterms... or I’ll get impeached."