Democrats gain broader power to curb Trump after winning Congress

Democrats are projected to win majorities in both chambers of the US Congress in the midterm elections, giving them broader power to challenge President Donald Trump's policies and agenda. According to Associated Press estimates, Democrats will hold at least 54 of 100 Senate seats and at least 228 of 435 House seats. This will allow them to block Trump's nominees for cabinet and ambassador positions, reject Supreme Court justice candidates, and launch investigations into the president and his administration. Voter surveys show the economy was the top issue for two-fifths of voters, with two-thirds saying Trump's policies worsened economic conditions. Trump has signaled willingness to cooperate with Democrats, though he retains broad authority over foreign policy and military operations.