Democrats Sweep US Congress, Delivering Rebuke to Trump and Signaling Potential Shift in Foreign Policy

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Published: 2026-11-04
Category: world
Source: Agence France-Presse (AFP), Associated Press (AP), Financial Times

Democrats have gained control of both the Senate and House of Representatives in the US midterm elections, a result widely interpreted as a significant rejection of President Donald Trump's policies. The outcome reflects public anger over rising living costs, tariffs, and the ongoing war with Iran, which has contributed to soaring fuel prices. This shift in power is expected to empower Democrats to challenge Trump's legislative agenda, launch investigations, and potentially influence foreign policy decisions, with European leaders expressing hopes for a moderation of transatlantic relations. Iranian officials have welcomed the election results, viewing them as a public verdict against Trump's war policy.

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