US experts weigh in on Democrats' win and Ukraine's prospects

Ukrainian experts analyzed the impact of the November 3, 2026 US midterm elections, where Democrats achieved a significant victory, on Washington's policy toward Ukraine and the Russia-Ukraine war. They discussed scenarios for peace negotiations and security guarantees for Ukraine. Experts noted the Democratic win, called a "blue tsunami," does not guarantee increased US aid to Ukraine, as the Ukrainian issue was not central to the campaign. Congress retains tools to influence policy, including budget control, sanctions legislation, and oversight of Trump administration contacts with Russia. Analysts highlighted the weakening of Donald Trump's electoral brand and a shift toward economic voting. They emphasized the importance of upcoming G20 and APEC summits for diplomatic efforts, and stressed that Ukraine must work with both parties to secure lasting, bipartisan security guarantees.