Democrats’ midterm sweep reshapes Trump’s second term

Democrats have won control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives in the US midterm elections, a sweeping victory that alters the course of President Donald Trump's second term. The party's gains were larger and faster than expected, including flipping seats in Texas, Ohio, and Kansas. The Democrats now hold at least 53 Senate seats, a clear majority, and are projected to win the House. This will allow them to reject Trump's nominees, stymie Republican legislation, and launch investigations into his administration. Historic wins include the first Native American US senator and the first Black governor of Wisconsin. Trump blamed the results on his absence from the ballot, claiming he would have won in a landslide. The outcome is seen as a major test of his popularity, with analysts describing it as a terrible night for the president and his party.