Trump says veto could block Democratic legislation

Politics · First reported 4 Nov, 00:41 · Updated 01:07

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Trump told CBS News he would use his veto if Democrats control Congress, and suggested vetoes could bring them to negotiations. A second supplied report focuses on his angry response to Fox News coverage.

Trump said he was prepared to veto Democratic legislation if Republicans lose control of Congress.
He said vetoes could eventually prompt Democrats to negotiate, and cited the Supreme Court’s Slaughter v. Trump ruling as an example of presidential power.
A separate report says Trump posted angrily about Fox News coverage and contacted the network during a live broadcast.

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Key facts

Interview outlet: CBS News
Election context: Election Day contests included control of Congress and state races.
Trump’s stated approach: He said he was prepared to veto Democratic legislation if needed.
Ruling he cited: Slaughter v. Trump
Campaign appearances: The report says Trump made 30 in-person political appearances since August.