Trump's midterm loss curbs domestic power but not foreign reach

bbc.co.uk —

Donald Trump suffered a major defeat in the US midterm elections, losing control of both houses of Congress, which limits his domestic power but leaves his foreign policy authority largely intact. As commander-in-chief, Trump retains broad powers to use military force abroad, and may seek bold overseas actions to counter perceptions of weakness following the electoral rout. Tensions with Iran remain high, with recent US bombing raids and warnings from Tehran of severe retaliation, while Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly pushes Trump toward renewed conflict.


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