Democrats' midterm win reshapes Trump's final two years and US politics

Democrats won majorities in both the Senate and House in Tuesday's midterm elections, delivering a heavy rebuke to President Trump and stripping him of Republican-controlled congressional support for the remainder of his term. The defeat ends nearly two years of legislative ease for Trump, who now faces a Democrat-controlled Congress able to block his agenda, open investigations into his family's crypto dealings and tariffs, and prevent confirmation of hardline Supreme Court justices. Trump has vowed to use his veto power, setting up likely political gridlock. The result raises concerns about potential escalation in Iran, with one ally estimating an 80% chance of military action, and complicates Republican hopes for the 2028 election. Democrats now seek a candidate to build on this victory, mirroring their path to the White House after the 2006 midterms.