Democrats gain control of Congress in US midterm elections
Republicans lose Senate and House seats as voters reject the party in power during midterm voting.
At a glance
- Democrats won control of the Senate and House in midterm elections
- Republicans lost seats across both chambers
- Many Trump-endorsed candidates were defeated
- Trump had campaigned heavily before the election
Democrats have taken control of both chambers of Congress following midterm elections, with Republicans losing seats in the Senate and House. President Donald Trump's party suffered significant losses, with many candidates he had endorsed failing to win their races.
Trump had campaigned extensively before the election, urging voters to treat the midterms as a referendum on his presidency. The election results have substantially weakened his political position.
Why it matters
Midterm elections typically determine which party controls Congress for the next two years and can significantly affect a president's ability to advance their agenda.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — WorldUS voters rebuke Trump as Democrats win control of Congress in ‘blue wave’
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