Democrats win US House control in midterms, Decision Desk HQ projects

Democrats are projected to win control of the US House of Representatives in Tuesday's midterm elections, according to Decision Desk HQ, marking the first major check on President Donald Trump's power since he returned to office two years ago. The projected flip, which would take effect January 3, ends Republicans' ability to pass legislation solely with their own votes. Democrats rode a wave of voter dissatisfaction driven by cost-of-living concerns and an unpopular war in Iran, with exit polls showing six in ten Americans calling the conflict a "wrong decision." Other news organizations have not yet called the House race. Trump maintains control of the White House and has vowed to use his veto power, meaning the Democratic majority is unlikely to produce significant legislation despite the shift in congressional control.