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Democrats win House and Senate in 2026 midterms as Trump faces divided government
Democrats have won control of both chambers of the United States Congress in the November 3 midterm elections, delivering a significant political setback to President Donald Trump. The result creates a divided government from January 2027 and opens the way for stronger congressional oversight, disputes over federal spending and a major reassessment of Republican political strategy.
November 5, 2026
Democrats win control of Congress as 2026 midterms deliver major rebuke to Trump
Democrats have won the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms, reshaping Washington and increasing pressure on Donald Trump. Find out what changes next.
November 4, 2026
US midterm elections 2026: Trump faces voter backlash as Congress hangs in balance
Americans voted on 3 November in midterm elections that could reshape President Donald Trump's ability to govern during the final two years of his term. Early exit polling revealed widespread frustration over living costs, the Iran war and the country's direction, although voter sentiment alone cannot determine the outcome of competitive congressional races.
November 4, 2026
Deb Haaland seeks historic New Mexico governorship as Gregg Hull challenges Democrats
Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is campaigning to become New Mexico's first Native American woman governor, facing Republican Gregg Hull in a race shaped by affordability, public services and oil revenues.
October 22, 2026
US midterm early voting surges past 13 million as Texas and Kansas see dramatic turnout increases
Early voting exceeds 13 million ahead of the 2026 midterms. Discover why turnout is rising sharply across key US Senate battlegrounds.
October 22, 2026
Trump faces midterm warning as new poll reveals 10-point Democratic lead and record-low approval
Democrats lead Republicans by 10 points as Trump's approval hits 32%. Discover what the latest midterm polling means for Congress.
October 21, 2026
Trump faces Latino voter backlash as US midterms approach amid high living costs
Economic frustrations are weakening enthusiasm for Donald Trump among some Latino voters who supported him in 2024, creating potential opportunities and uncertainties for both parties ahead of the midterms.
October 19, 2026
Elon Musk spends $366m on 2026 US midterm elections as Republican funding surges
Elon Musk's federal political contributions have reached approximately $366 million during the 2025–26 election cycle, including $276 million since July. The largest disclosed allocations include $158 million to the Senate Leadership Fund and more than $76 million to America PAC. The spending demonstrates the scale of private funding entering congressional contests ahead of November 3.
October 14, 2026
Democrats open eight-point midterm lead as voters demand sweeping change in Congress
Democrats lead Republicans by eight points in a new CNN midterm poll as voter anger, independent support and turnout reshape the 2026 race.
July 30, 2026
Why Republicans may be quietly rooting for one Democrat in Michigan
Mike Rogers’ private call over Abdul El-Sayed exposes how Michigan’s Senate race could shape Democratic strategy, GOP turnout and 2026 midterms.
July 23, 2026