Democrats win House and Senate in 2026 midterms as Republicans lose key states

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Democrats achieved a historic victory in the 2026 US midterm elections, seizing control of both the House and Senate and delivering a major defeat to President Donald Trump's Republican Party. Democrats flipped at least seven Senate seats in states including Texas, Iowa, and Ohio, and are projected to gain more than 20 House seats. Vice President JD Vance blamed the war in Iran for the losses, while Trump's first public appearance focused on ballroom renovations. Two Senate races remain uncalled, and speculation is growing over a potential cabinet shake-up, including the possible replacement of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.


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