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Democrats claim U.S. Congress majority as Trump faces political fallout
Reported by Abhishek Tiwari (Copy Editor) · The Hindu - International ·
Photo: Wikimedia CommonsUPDATE - follow-up to U.S. midterm elections 2026 LIVE: After midterm loss, Trump left to weigh his next move in Iran war: Democrats have seized control of both the House and the Senate in the U.S. midterm elections, vowing to use their victory to rein in President Donald Trump.
Political Fallout
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries stated on Wednesday that the incoming majority will focus on affordability and accountability. Vice President J.D. Vance blamed the administration's war on Iran for the Republican defeat, suggesting changes to ties with Israel. Meanwhile, in Tehran, Iranians set fire to a giant poster of American leaders at a rally, demanding revenge for Khamenei's death and chanting slogans against Mr. Trump.
Context
Midterm elections in the United States take place halfway through a president's four-year term, often serving as a referendum on the administration's current policies. Shifts in congressional control can significantly alter a president's ability to pass laws or secure funding for key initiatives.
What changed since yesterday
- Democrats win full control of U.S. Congress as Republicans suffer major midterm defeat
- Trump Backs Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth Amid Midterm Fallout
- US President Backs Defence Secretary Amid Political Fallout From Midterm Defeat
- Trump Backs Defense Chief Amid Post-Midterm Turmoil and Speaker's Exit
- US Democrats sweep midterms to take Congress as top Republican steps down
- Trump Backs Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth Following Midterm Defeat
- Trump Midterm Defeat Darkens Outlook For Potential Meeting With Kim Jong Un
- Trump Mulls Iran War Options After Midterm Rejection
- US Midterm Aftermath Brings Policy Battles and Leadership Shifts
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Democrats claim U.S. Congress majority as Trump faces political fallout
ExplainerWhy this matters
What Happened
Democrats secured majorities in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate following a backlash against Republican policies, particularly the economic pressures of inflation and the war on Iran.
Why It Matters
This shift creates a divided government where President Trump will face a hostile Congress for the remainder of his term, making it difficult to advance his agenda and empowering Democrats to launch investigations and block legislation.
What Happens Next
Lawmakers will prepare for the new congressional session while the administration recalibrates its domestic and foreign policies to address voter concerns over the economy and cost of living.
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