Divided Washington Ahead: What Democratic Control of Congress Means for Trump’s Final Two Years

Voters have handed Democrats the keys to both chambers, and the party is already signaling it plans to push back hard on the White House. Trump, meanwhile, spent the morning after the defeat walking reporters through his unfinished ballroom and said he can work with the other side as long as it avoids obstruction, noting he still holds the veto.

Senate and House Results After the Midterms

Democrats secured a Senate majority of at least 54 to 44 and picked up 30 or more House seats. Two contests are still open. Alaska may take more than a week because of ranked choice counting, and Mississippi has no clear timeline. If both go blue, the margin reaches 56 to 44.

Why Voters Turned Away From Republicans

Surveys of the mood point to the Iran war, tariffs and everyday costs. Texas, Kansas and South Carolina all delivered upsets. Trump admitted the war hurt his party but defended it, and JD Vance bluntly named it as the reason for the loss.

Democratic Agenda and Republican Shake Up

Hakeem Jeffries says affordability and accountability will guide the new majority. Expect investigations and tough confirmation fights, including for any court vacancy. Republicans keep control until January and can use the December government funding bill to advance their goals. Speaker Mike Johnson will step back from leading his caucus.