Voters have reshaped the federal legislative branch in the wake of the latest U.S. midterm elections. President Donald Trump has officially lost his majority hold over Capitol Hill. This power transfer comes as Democrats secured historic gains at the ballot box, cementing a major victory for the party.
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Trump loses control of Congress
Democrats have made historic gains in the US midterms, dealing a major setback to President Donald Trump. Al Jazeera’s Noor Wazwaz looks at the candidates who won key races, flipping traditional Republican strongholds.
Published On 4 Nov 2026
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