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Democratic US Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed reacts after his victory in the U.S. midterm elections, during an Election Night rally in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., Nov. 4, 2026. (Credit: Brian Snyder/Reuters) Add as preferred on Google Democrats seized control of the U.S. Congress on Tuesday, capturing the Senate and House of Representatives in a stunning, nationwide rejection of President Donald Trump, set to put the brakes on the final two years of his presidency.The Democratic landslide will give the opposition power to block legislation, launch broad investigations into Trump's administration and thwart his judicial and senior government appointments.The results reflected deep anger over living costs, tariffs and Trump's war against Iran, which has sent fuel prices soaring and compounded dissatisfaction with an already deeply unpopular president.Democrat Troy Jackson won the Maine Senate race after defeating long-standing Republican Senator Susan Collins. In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed claimed victory against Republican Mike Rogers. In his victory speech, he... You have reached your article limitStay informed about a Middle East in crisis.Subscribe for $0.5/month for the first 3 months. Subscribe now Log in This article is only available to L’Orient Today subscribers. Subscribe now Log in Create a free account to continue reading this article. You’ll also receive The Morning Brief, our must-read daily digest of Middle East news. Opt out anytime Email Address Password Email Address Password I would like to receive special offers from L'Orient Today as well as selections of the best articles. Register By creating an account, you agree to the terms and conditions of use and our privacy policy. Register Or register with: Facebook
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