I think it is a tough year because WH policy has to shift as the election begins the next year. In this case Pence would have to take a more visible roll and separate himself from Trump in areas that may hurt him as a candidate. Same in Congress, they have to separate themselves from contentious issues preparing for reelection and that may go against the policies the President is pushing. Makes for a tough year, which is why most Presidents spend the last two years doing a farewell tour. Trump is a horse of a different color, so I suspect he will fight and make deals until the day he leaves for Florida permanently.
If Trump wins; the Republicans hold the Senate and can take the House, any Republican going back to squishy, spineless Paul Ryanoism must be held accountable. We have to hold their GOPee feet, legs, and butt to the proverbial fire. No more appeasers, they have to grow a pair or resign and let someone that will “reach across the aisle” with a Louisville Slugger take their seat.