US Markets Plunge After Democrats Sweep Midterms; Trump Blames Voters

US stock markets fell sharply following the Democratic Party's decisive victory in the US midterm elections, with Asian markets like Tokyo also dropping. President Donald Trump blamed Democratic voters for the market decline. The Democrats won control of both the House and Senate with margins not seen since 2014, according to analyst Roberto D'Alimonte. The party's success was driven by independent voters, who make up about 45% of the electorate and are more influenced by contingent factors. Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied rumors he would leave his post, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed impeachment threats. Vote counting remains ongoing in Alaska and Mississippi, where Democratic candidates hold narrow leads amid legal disputes.