Democratic midterm gains raise questions about Trump’s powers and Europe
Politics · First reported 4 Nov, 01:51 · Updated 02:16
Democrats gained control of both chambers of Congress, but the articles differ in emphasis: one focuses on European governments’ hopes for signs of a shift in US politics, while the other examines the limits of Congress’s influence on tariffs, Ukraine funding and markets.
- Democrats won control of both chambers; by 07:40 CET they held 220 House seats, and had gained seven Senate seats.
- The centre article says Congress may have limited power to change Trump’s tariffs or ensure Ukraine aid is spent, while European governments are watching for clues about the US political direction ahead of 2028.
- Markets were mostly calm in the centre article’s account: the euro and precious metals rose, while major US and European stock futures edged lower.
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- House result
- Democrats had 220 seats by 07:40 CET, two above the 218 needed for a majority.
- Senate result
- Democrats gained seven seats from Republicans.
- Voter survey
- About two-thirds said Trump’s tariffs had hurt the economy.
- New Congress
- The new Congress takes office in January.
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