President Donald Trump is emptying a clip on affordability, a clear sign that economic concerns will dictate control of both congressional majorities in the 2026 midterm elections.

Since last November, when Democrats swept the major off-year elections, the president has unleashed a multitude of proposals to allay voters’ economic fears. Many would undoubtedly require new legislation to be enacted, while others, specifically delaying the implementation of certain sectoral tariffs, would directly undermine his policies from 2025.