GOP charts a shaky 2026 path as Trump shapes agenda at Doral retreat

House Republicans head to their annual policy retreat in Florida amid a fragile, ultra-narrow majority, a softening economy, and a Middle East–driven energy-price surge. They aim to map a post-midterms agenda, including a potential new budget reconciliation bill, while balancing internal strains from renegade members and Trump’s mounting policy pushes (notably the SAVE America Act). With ongoing DHS funding uncertainties and pressure to expand conservative priorities, the gathering will test GOP unity as leadership, committee chairs, and House members jockey to set priorities for 2026 amid Senate skepticism and ongoing political headwinds.