Trump Keeps Foreign Policy Power After Midterm Losses

President Donald Trump retains broad authority over foreign policy despite Republican losses in Tuesday's midterm elections, which handed Democrats control of Congress. The outcome leaves him diminished domestically but still able to pursue his international agenda. Democrats plan to investigate and use funding limits to check Trump's actions, including the Iran war, but analysts say their leverage is restricted by presidential powers as commander-in-chief. Trump acknowledged the conflict contributed to the losses but expressed no regrets. Presidents in lame-duck status often focus on global affairs, and Trump may act unilaterally, possibly against Iran or Cuba. Democrats also aim to revive Ukraine aid and shift Israel policy, though Trump's veto power could block major changes.