As they survey the shattered landscape of American politics, Democrats looking for the way forward have realized something: Donald Trump is closer to their party than to traditional Republicans on issues including infrastructure spending and paid maternity leave. The New York Times reports that after last week's defeat, Democrats face "a profound decision" on whether to work with Trump on issues where they have common ground—and try to win back working-class white voters in the process—or do all they can to block him in the hope of winning back the House in 2018. Congressional Republicans are already preparing initiatives that align with some Trump promises. In other coverage:
- The AP reports that a spokesman for Trump's transition team says officials joining the new administration will be required to quit any lobbying roles—and they will have to pledge that they won't return to lobbying the government for five years after leaving government.