Voter Polls Detail How Democrats Won the House
President Trump's unpopularity and voter concerns about the economy fueled Democratic gains in the House of Representatives, according to ABC News Voter Polls.
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Trump Enters Lame-Duck Era Amidst Midterm Rout
A resounding defeat in the midterms signals a potential shift in Trump's grip on the GOP and a more isolated, defiant presidency.
Burnham Urges Trump to Resolve Iran War, Citing Midterm Results
UK Prime Minister suggests the US midterm election outcomes present an opportunity to address global cost of living issues by resolving international conflicts.
Elon Musk's Millions Fall Short in Effort to Sway Texas Midterms
Despite significant Super PAC contributions, the billionaire's backing did not secure victory for Republican candidates in key races.
Darializa Avila Chevalier, Critic of Police and Prisons, Elected to US House
A Democratic Socialist candidate who advocated for abolishing police and prisons has won a landslide victory in New York's 13th Congressional District.
UK Education Secretary Blames Trump for Student Loan Debt Issues
Lucy Powell acknowledges graduates face unfair loan repayments but cites global financial pressures, including the war in Iran and past US actions, as barriers to government intervention.
Keisha Lance Bottoms Becomes First Black Woman Governor in US History
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms secured a historic victory in Georgia's gubernatorial race, becoming the first Black woman to hold the office and the first Democrat in nearly 30 years to lead the state.
AI Backlash Drives Midterm Results as Data Center Opposition Booms
Voter concerns over AI data centers proved a potent force in the 2026 midterms, impacting races and shaping the political landscape.
Democrats Projected to Control House and Senate
ABC News projects Democrats will secure majorities in both chambers.