Democrats Win Congressional Majorities and Plan Strict Pentagon Oversight

Democrats secured majorities in Congress and promised rigorous oversight of the Pentagon.

Following midterm election victories that secured majorities in both the House and Senate, congressional Democrats have announced plans for rigorous oversight of the Pentagon. House Armed Services Committee ranking member Adam Smith committed to vigorous scrutiny of military operations. The shift in legislative control empowers lawmakers to launch extensive investigations into defense spending and policies.

• The outcomeDemocrats secured strong majorities in both the House and Senate during the midterm elections.
• The reactionRepresentative Adam Smith pledged that his committee would pursue vigorous oversight of military affairs.