Midterms 2026: How the coalition of voters behind Trump's 2024 victory fell apart
The Republican rout on November 3 was due in large part to a dramatic loss of support among several groups of voters whom the billionaire had won over two years ago, such as young men and Latinos.
Democrats secured a resounding midterm victory, taking control of both chambers of Congress for the first time during Donald Trump's presidency. According to RTE News, Democrats flipped seats in deeply Republican states to achieve a Senate majority of at least 54 to 44 and gained at least 30 seats in the House of Representatives. This shift follows a wave of anger regarding Trump's policies, specifically the role of the US-Iran war in increasing the cost of living.
Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic Leader of the House of Representatives, stated that the incoming majority will focus on accountability and affordability, noting that the House will no longer function as a subsidiary of the Trump administration. Le Monde English reported that the Republican loss on November 3 was driven in large part by a dramatic loss of support among groups the billionaire had won over two years prior, including Latinos and young men.
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