Democrats seize Congress as Trump concedes midterm losses

Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in Tuesday's midterm elections, setting up a legislative showdown with President Donald Trump as voters expressed anger over the Iran war and rising living costs. Democrats flipped at least 30 House seats and secured a Senate majority of at least 54-44, including wins in deeply Republican states like Texas, Kansas, and South Carolina. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, on track to become the first Black speaker, vowed to focus on affordability and accountability, saying "We don't work for Donald Trump." Trump, who spent his post-election morning showcasing White House renovations, acknowledged the Iran war's role in the losses but defended his decision. Vice President JD Vance blamed the war for the defeat, while races in Alaska and Mississippi remained uncalled. Democrats are expected to investigate the administration and block nominees, with Republicans facing a December government funding deadline.