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The economy propelled Democrats to victory. What can they actually do about it? Updated November 7, 20265:00 AM ET Originally published November 6, 20264:53 PM ET Heard on All Things Considered

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Barbara Sprunt

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House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., are seen here on the steps of the U.S. Capitol on May 21, 2026. The pair of Democratic leaders have acknowledged the public wants them to act quickly on issues of affordability with their newfound majority come January. Win McNamee/Getty Images hide caption