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Nov 4, 2026

Democrats win control of both chambers of Congress in midterm elections

Democrats seized control of the Senate and House of Representatives in the 2026 midterm elections, delivering a sweeping rebuke to President Trump and the Republican Party. Trump and Vice President Vance acknowledged the Iran war played a significant role in the losses.

Nov 4, 2026·5 sources

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▪President Donald Trump warned that he would use his presidential veto power against legislation passed by the Democratic-controlled Congress
▪Democrat James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate election, securing the party's first statewide victory in over 30 years
▪In South Carolina, Democrat Annie Andrews defeated Republican Senator Darline Graham

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