Leubsdorf: How battered Democrats can hope to regain focus
Briefly

Democratic Party leaders are grappling with the rapid changes instituted by President Trump and have been slow to respond following their electoral defeat. Recent anti-Trump demonstrations are gaining momentum, and plans are being devised to confront GOP officials during the House recess. However, many key battles will unfold in courts, where Democrats have had partial success with lawsuits. Congressional Democrats are focused on upcoming negotiations regarding government funding and the debt ceiling, which may provide opportunities to leverage their influence against Trump's administration, despite the challenges posed by the Republican majority.
Democratic leaders have been slow to counter Trump's outreach, but recent anti-Trump demonstrations have begun, alongside efforts in courts against the administration's actions.
With congressional Democrats lacking clout, their battles center on spending and debt ceiling negotiations, where some leverage against Trump's agenda can be exercised.
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