WASHINGTON — President Trump offered on Nov. 7 to work across party lines with Democrats who won control of the House in midterm elections, but threatened to retaliate if they use their newfound power to investigate his financial and political dealings.
New York Times: After loss of House, Trump makes overture to Democrats, coupled with threats
US President Donald Trump points to journalist Jim Acosta from CNN during a post-election press conference in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC on Nov. 7, 2018.