Democrats win US Congress in 2026 midterms, but Trump threat persists

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Democrats won control of both chambers of the US Congress in the 2026 Midterm Elections, dealing a severe defeat to President Donald Trump and his Republican allies. Trump has conceded but threatened to veto Democratic legislation. The Republican loss was driven by voter frustration over inflation, rising grocery and fuel costs, war fatigue, and aggressive immigration enforcement. Trump's decision to attack Iran on the eve of the election, along with global tariff wars and the abduction of Venezuela's president, further alienated voters. The election produced historic firsts, including the first Black woman governor, first Native American woman governor, first Muslim senator, and first Gen Z woman in Congress. Four Nigerian-Americans also won seats, while international reactions varied, with Iran expecting no policy shift and Europe hoping for continued Ukraine support.


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