Democrats won Congress. But can they deliver on their promises?
Despite their midterm election victories, Democrats face major obstacles to reining in Trump on Iran, tariffs and more.
Read at Al Jazeera · 5 November 2026 at 00:25
Democrats won Congress. But can they deliver on their promises?
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Last updated: 5 November 2026 at 02:10 · 8 articles · 5 sources
Democrats flip dozens of GOP seats. Republicans haven't flipped a single one
Democrats have flipped seven Senate seats, nearly 30 House districts, five governorships and up to 12 state legislative chambers in a historic 2026 midterm rout.
Read at CNBC · 4 November 2026 at 23:44
What Wall Street billionaires are saying about Democrats' midterm sweep
Billionaire political spending met criticism from ... billionaires in the wake of Tuesday's blue wave election.
Read at CNBC · 4 November 2026 at 23:17
Democrats take Congress in a blue wave. Here's what it means for your money
Blue wave gives Democrats control of Congress. Here's how their agenda could affect your money, from healthcare and taxes to student loans and Social Security.
Read at CNBC · 4 November 2026 at 23:11
Democrats map out an agenda to address affordability and corruption after midterm sweep
In control of Congress, Democrats are preparing to pursue legislation to address affordability, while also trying to rein-in President Donald Trump
Read at CNBC · 4 November 2026 at 20:53
Ted Cruz aims to stack FCC with Republicans before Democrats take Senate control
Cruz and Trump seem to have no plans to fill FCC's empty Democratic seat.
Read at Ars Technica · 4 November 2026 at 19:08
Chuck Schumer heralds Democrats' 'generational remake' of Senate
In remarks the day after his party flipped control of Congress, the Senate Minority Leader said voters had spoken clearly about their priorities, and said it's up to the Democratic party to deliver.
Read at NPR · 4 November 2026 at 18:37
US stocks rise, dollar slides as investors digest Democrats’ midterm victories
Government bond yields fall while initial fears ease over impact of election results on world’s biggest economy US midterm elections – live updates After US midterms, what will lame-duck Trump mean fo
Read at The Guardian · 4 November 2026 at 16:38