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Democrats triumph in midterm elections as Republicans lose control

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 14:20 · Archive

Democrats have won control of Congress in midterm elections marked by voter rejection of Republican policies and an ongoing conflict in Iran.

Democrats have achieved decisive midterm victories, triumphing in several surprise upsets and taking control of Congress from Republicans. The results marked a decisive rejection of unified Republican control of the House and Senate during President Trump's administration.

Alaskans were still awaiting results from key races including a bitterly fought U.S. Senate campaign and an open gubernatorial seat. A ballot measure seeking to repeal Alaska's unique system of open primaries and ranked-choice voting was also too early to call.

President Trump acknowledged that the Iran war affected the election outcome, suggesting voters were frustrated by surging gas prices resulting from the more than eight-month-old conflict. He initially struck a conciliatory tone, suggesting he could work with Democrats, but later threatened to use his veto power against their agenda.

Vice President JD Vance, a potential 2028 presidential contender, blamed the Iran war for Republicans' losses. House Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana will not seek reelection to his position, according to two people familiar with the matter.

Democrats triumph in midterm elections as Republicans lose control
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In this story: Democrats · Republicans · Donald Trump · JD Vance · Mike Johnson · Alaska · Louisiana

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