Democrats win control of both chambers of US Congress in midterm elections - Trump Suffers Major Midterm Setback

WASHINGTON, Nov 4: Democrats have won control of the U.S. Senate in the 2026 midterm elections, delivering a major political setback to President Donald Trump and the Republican Party, while the battle for control of the House of Representatives remained unresolved.

According to the Associated Press, Democrats secured the Senate majority after making significant gains in Republican-held territory, including victories in traditionally conservative states. Democrats also flipped at least seven House seats, although control of the chamber had not yet been decided as vote counting continued. 

The election produced particularly striking Democratic breakthroughs in Texas, Kansas and South Carolina, with Democratic victories in Senate contests in deeply Republican territory.

However, the original information provided requires one important correction: the reported number of Senate seats flipped varies by source and stage of vote counting, with the Associated Press reporting Democrats had gained five seats in its latest confirmed update, rather than six. 

The Democratic wave also extended to several key gubernatorial races.

The victories in Georgia and Texas were among the night's most significant Democratic gains. 

The results represent a dramatic shift in the political landscape after the first two years of Trump's presidency. Voter concerns over the cost of living, inflation, the war involving Iran and government corruption were cited among the major issues influencing the election.

With Democrats now controlling the Senate, Trump's administration could face greater obstacles in advancing its agenda during the remaining two years of his term. A Democratic-controlled Senate would also have significant influence over legislation, congressional oversight and judicial confirmations.

The final outcome in the House remained uncertain early Wednesday as votes continued to be counted in several competitive districts, although Democrats had made substantial gains and remained within reach of taking control of the chamber