What does the disagreement surrounding the government funding bill indicate for President-elect Donald Trump’s influence in Congress with his incoming presidency? Republican strategist Nick Adams argues that the GOP needs to rally behind the Trump–Vance agenda, while Democratic strategist Josh Lafazan warns that Republicans have little room for error in their governance, with the 2026 congressional elections not far off. Lafazan also highlights Democrats’ past desire to eliminate the debt ceiling and the serious consequences Americans could face if it remains unaddressed.