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  "id": 18282342,
  "title": "Democrats flex congressional majorities as Trump accepts electoral losses",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/democrats-flex-congressional-majorities-as-trump-accepts-electoral",
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  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T08:33:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Dawn",
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    "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2042320/democrats-flex-congressional-majorities-as-trump-accepts-electoral-losses"
  },
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  "account": "On Wednesday, Democrats celebrated their resounding midterm victory, signaling a potential two-year period of deadlock in Washington. The wave of anger over Trump's policies, especially the US-Iran war's impact on the cost of living, helped Democrats secure a Senate majority of at least 54-44 and a strong showing in the House of Representatives, gaining at least 30 seats. This marks the first time that Trump, a former Republican president, would face a Democratic-controlled Congress in both chambers. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasized that the incoming majority would focus on affordability and accountability, distancing themselves from the Trump administration. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani called for his party to address voters' concerns and deliver on their promises. Trump, on the other hand, was seen showing off the under-construction White House ballroom during his first post-election appearance, stating it was a relaxing endeavor. He also briefly mentioned the elections, saying he could work with Democrats unless they were destructive, but he would retain the veto power.",
  "summary": "Democrats vowed on Wednesday to use their resounding midterm victory to rein in President Donald Trump, setting up two years of possible deadlock in Washington, as Trump spent his first post-election appearance showing off his under-construction White House ballroom. A wave of anger over Trump’s policies , particularly the US-Iran war’s role in pushing the cost of living higher, helped Democrats…",
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