Democrats' Congress Win Reshapes US Politics and Ukraine's Outlook

Democrats have won control of both chambers of the US Congress in a "blue tsunami," giving them powerful oversight tools to check President Donald Trump's policies for the next two years. The outcome reflects deep public dissatisfaction with inflation and the Iran war. Democratic victories included Senate seats in traditionally Republican states like Texas and Kansas, with Hakeem Jeffries poised to become the first Black Speaker of the House. Democrats plan investigations into Trump's foreign policy, including his approach to Russia and Ukraine, though the president retains broad authority over foreign affairs. Analysts say Trump may still pursue closer ties with Putin, but bipartisan support for Ukraine remains strong, with 70% of Republicans backing tougher Russia sanctions. However, key pro-Ukraine lawmakers lost their seats, meaning Kyiv must build new congressional relationships.