Democrats vow to rein in Trump as he shows off White House ballroom
War anger and living costs helped Democrats flip red states for a 54–44 Senate majority.
Democrats pledged to curb President Donald Trump's influence in Washington following their strong midterm election win, setting the stage for potential political gridlock during his remaining term. The wave of public discontent over Trump's policies, especially the US-Iran conflict's contribution to rising living costs, propelled Democrats to secure a Senate majority, flipping seats in traditionally Republican states.
In addition, Democrats expanded their control in the House of Representatives by at least 30 seats. This will mark the first time since 2017 that Trump, a former Republican president, faces a Democratic majority in both chambers of Congress. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries expressed the incoming majority's priorities, stating they are committed to affordability and accountability.
Jeffries emphasized that the House of Representatives would no longer serve as a subsidiary of the Trump administration, as he prepares to become the first Black speaker of the House.
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