Generally speaking, when a party controls both branches of government they would have mapped out their legislative strategy long before they will have sworn in the new Congress.

"We have to recognise that this is about the whole experience of Covid, and all the controls and pressures. It's like, 'Enough of being told what to do, I just don't want your vaccines anymore'."

However, he drew the line at rent controls, saying there was evidence the measure could harm tenants.

Exports to countries such as China, Russia and Iran already face strict controls.

Although he worked for a man who became a demigod to conservative worshipers, he and Reagan had significant differences, among them Spencer’s support for legalized abortion, affirmative action and certain gun controls.