Global Politics Report Editorial

Democrats 'got their wish': Voters react to midterm results

People in the US react after the Democrats won the Senate and the House, taking control of Congress for the rest of Donald Trump's presidency.

Key Data

Source: BBC News

Politics desk: Election

Published: Nov. 04, 2026 at 02:01 PM ET

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The practical test is whether official decisions follow the public statements and political reaction.

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Original source: BBC News

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