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Democrats Flip Congress in 2026 Midterms
Democrats win both US House and Senate, ending Trump's congressional majority.
In brief
Democrats win both US House and Senate, ending Trump's congressional majority. Democrats gain control of Congress in 2026 midterms, shifting power from Trump's Republicans amid voter anger over costs, tariffs and Iran war. Originally reported by Financialexpress.
Democrats win House and Senate
Democrats gain control of both the US House of Representatives and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections.
Major blow to Trump's party
The results mark a massive shift in Washington power balance amid voter frustration over living costs, tariffs and the Iran war.
Republicans lose congressional control
Republicans will lose control of Congress from January, leaving Trump with a divided government for the remaining two years of his term.
Democrats block Trump's agenda
Democrats will now have the power to block parts of Trump's legislative agenda, investigate his administration and hold up his judicial and senior government appointments.
Election projections
According to projections by CNN, NBC News, CBS News, ABC News and AFP, Democrats secured enough seats to take control of both chambers.
Senate flip in key states
Democrats won seats in states where Republicans had been confident of victory including Texas, South Carolina and Kansas.
Kansas Senate upset
Adam Hamilton became the first Democrat elected to the US Senate from Kansas in 94 years.
Texas Senate race
In Texas, Democrat James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton.
Ohio Senate race
In Ohio, former Senator Sherrod Brown made a comeback, defeating his Republican opponent.
Iowa Senate race
Democrat Josh Turek also pulled off a major victory in Iowa, defeating Republican Ashley Hinson.
North Carolina Senate race
In North Carolina, former governor Roy Cooper defeated Republican Michael Whatley.
House control shift
The House of Representatives also went to Democrats, with the party being projected to win control shortly before 10 pm ET on Tuesday.
House leadership change
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries welcomed the results, saying the MAGA movement was 'on the run from sea to shining sea'.
Trump's response
Trump responded to the election results with a more accepting tone than he has often taken after electoral defeats.
In short
Democrats gain control of Congress in 2026 midterms, shifting power from Trump's Republicans amid voter anger over costs, tariffs and Iran war.
