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US Parliamentary Elections: Heavy Defeat for Trump's Republicans in Congressional Election

Two years after Donald Trump's triumphant entry into the White House, the Americans are giving the president a hard slap in the face. His Republicans are losing control of Congress as a result.

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US Parliamentary Elections: Heavy Defeat for Trump's Republicans in Congressional Election

US voters have dealt a blow to President Donald Trump and his Republican Party, giving the Democrats control of Congress. The Democrats have won a majority in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, with the latter being considered unlikely just a few months ago. The election was seen as a referendum on Trump's policies, with voters blaming him for rising prices. The Democrats will now lead the legislation and have the power to launch investigations into Trump and his administration.

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