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Democrats take back Congress: What it means for Donald Trump

Democrats take back Congress: What it means for Donald Trump

The 2026 U.S. midterm elections have dramatically reshaped Washington, with Democrats projected to regain control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. The results are being viewed as a major setback for President Donald Trump, limiting his ability to advance his legislative agenda during the final two years of his presidency. Democrats made gains in several traditionally Republican states, while historic victories were recorded in key gubernatorial and congressional races.

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