The ramifications of Donald Trump’s speech to Congress will be seen in the weeks ahead. The speech was a reiteration and elaboration on the issues he flagged during the campaign. The Democratic leadership had suggested its members not to react to Trump in a fashion that would give Republicans a chance to shape the narrative. But that proved difficult as handheld signs and placards populated the area, conveying objection to several measures that the new administration announced. The House voted narrowly—217 to 215—to take forward the Republican plan for President Trump’s legislative agenda. There was a group of conservatives who were not convinced by the plan to reduce the deficit. All this shows there is no easy way to ‘get rid of’ the Republican Party and Speaker Biden’s suggestion to “get rid’ of the CHIPS Act. The growing gulf between the Republican and Democratic side of the aisle reflects the general sense of discomfort on both sides of the political divide in the U.S. It is not unusual for members of one party to support a Bill floated by a member from the other side. These voting patterns are dictated by the policies and commitment of members on issues they or their constituents advocate. The administration has to factor in how the GOP acts. That is the challenge the administration of the day faces, despite its inherent strength. It will require the support of Congress to pass proposals and to usher in tax reforms and policies, which will require amending existing laws.