Democrats win Senate and House in sweeping midterm rebuke of Trump

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Democrats won control of both the Senate and House on Tuesday, delivering a sweeping rebuke to President Donald Trump in the 2026 midterm elections. The victories in Republican strongholds mark a major shift in power. Voters swung dramatically toward Democrats, driven by frustration over the Iran war, high living costs, and Trump's leadership. Historic wins included Kansas electing its first Democratic senator since the Depression, and Democrats ousting Texas Governor Greg Abbott. The new Congress will enable Democrats to investigate Trump's administration and block his nominees. Trump accepted the outcome, while the results may accelerate his lame-duck status as attention turns to the 2028 race.


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