Democrats secure control of U.S. Congress following midterm election results
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Donald Trump, Democratic Party
USA
November 2026
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Democrats have won control of both the House and the Senate. The results are viewed as a significant repudiation of President Trump's second-term performance. Democrats plan to focus on restoring health subsidies, addressing tariffs, and investigating the administration.
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