Democrats’ midterm sweep weakens Trump’s final years

Republicans suffered decisive midterm losses on Tuesday, handing Democrats control of both the House and Senate and leaving President Trump politically weakened for his final two years in office. The losses stemmed from a miscalculation of Trump's power, including a war with Iran, tariffs that damaged the economy, and support for weak primary candidates. Voters rejected his chosen Senate candidates in South Carolina and Texas, and Democrats won several districts Trump had carried. Democrats gained governorships in Ohio, Iowa, and Texas, potentially reshaping the 2028 presidential map. However, polls showed voters were rejecting Republicans more than embracing Democrats, with 53% holding an unfavorable view of the Democratic Party.