House Republicans have mapped out a specific strategy to counter the Democratic victory in Congress, focusing on moving fast during the lame duck period before January 3rd. REP. KEITH SELF is arguing against packing up early and insists on codifying President Trump's border policies while they still hold power. The stance is absolute: amnesty is not allowed under any circumstances. There is also a call to act fiscally responsible for once, pass the SAVE America Act, and get as many of the president's nominees through as possible. The folks back home are done with excuses according to the message. Democrats will likely target border issues, increase investigations, and push for amnesty once they take control. Every unconfirmed Trump nominee left behind provides leverage for Democrats next year. The goal is to clear the decks and strip the Democrats of every leverage point by bringing cots into both chambers to finish the job.