Democrats win Congress, setting up clash with Trump

Democrats have won control of Congress in the midterm elections, ending Republican majorities and reshaping Washington's power structure. Donald Trump remains president but will now face significant opposition to his legislative agenda. The election was driven by economic anxiety, with voters citing inflation and household costs as key factors, alongside disapproval of the Iran war. Democrats captured seven Republican-held Senate seats, including in states that strongly supported Trump in 2024, and are expected to take the House. Democrats plan to use their new subpoena powers for investigations into the administration, while pursuing healthcare subsidies, cost-of-living measures, and scrutiny of immigration and foreign policy. However, Trump retains veto power, and Senate filibuster rules mean bipartisan support will be needed for major legislation.