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Trump answers questions from reporters after Republican midterm losses
President Trump took questions from reporters on the midterm results, the future of Republican leadership, the war with Iran and the possibility of impeachment in his first appearance since election night.
Gen Z Postcards From a Stunning Election Night
StudentNation We asked students from battleground and safe states to describe what it felt like to witness the 2026 midterms blue wave. The post Gen Z Postcards From a Stunning Election Night appeared first on The Nation.
NYC's Mamdani says Abdul El-Sayed's Senate victory in Michigan 'means so much to so many'
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani praised Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan Senate win over Republican Mike Rogers, describing it as "incredibly exciting."
Why removing your data online may still leave your family exposed
Data broker opt-out forms may not protect your family. People search sites can still expose your info through a spouse's or parent's profile.
Trump 'couldn't transfer the love' of his supporters to other Republicans amid historic midterm loss
Donald Trump said he "couldn't transfer the love" from his rally supporters to Republican candidates after Democrats swept the midterm elections.
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Cornyn Blasts GOP for ‘Unforced’ Errors That Alienated Voters
US Senator John Cornyn blasted his fellow Republicans after they lost key elections across the country, including the race to replace him in the chamber.
Detroit Lions star Jack Campbell says he has ‘full movement’ of lower body after scary on-field injury
Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell has full movement in his lower body and is “incredibly encouraged by the progress” he’s made since the terrifying injury suffered 72 hours earlier, the player told fans on Wednesday.
Majority Leader Thune says Senate GOP won't 'stand idly by' as Democrats take control of Congress
In the face of an electoral rout, Senate Majority Leader John Thune declared that Senate Republicans will work with President Donald Trump against "Democrat extremism."
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Trump Tariffs, Midterm Losses Leave Canada’s Carney With Tough Deal Choice
Donald Trump was rebuked by tariff-weary voters in midterm elections, but one of the US president’s main targets — Canada — still faces a dilemma about what to do next.
Chuck Schumer after sweeping Democratic midterm victories: 'I'll be re-elected as majority leader'
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer says he'll be re-elected as majority leader despite five newly elected Democratic senators opposing his bid.
Americans voted against war. The Democrats must not mistake that for a mandate
Americans voted against war. The Democrats must not mistake that for a mandate Submitted by Omar Suleiman on Wed, 11/04/2026 - 17:20 Midterms showed that political power can be challenged, even when backed by extraordinary wealth. But can…
Far-left activist projected to defeat House Republican in heavy blow to GOP majority
Will Lawrence, a Sunrise Movement co-founder, is projected winner against House GOP Rep. Tom Barrett in Michigan's 7th Congressional District.
Under-the-radar implication of Dem blue wave means 'zero' chance GOP accomplishes critical goal, experts warn
Ron DeSantis warns that Tuesday's Senate losses effectively end Trump's chances of replacing Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito with conservatives.
Activists Hope Midterm Wins Set the Stage for Renewed Energy and Climate Policy
Environmental advocates point out voters are angry at Big Oil, which is making record profits while families struggle.
Voters Rejected the Political System the Supreme Court Created
Hours before polls closed on Tuesday ahead of Republicans’ historic defeat, President Donald Trump shrugged off the impending wipeout by stating that he has so much power, it doesn’t matter what party controls Congress. Trump bluntly named…
The Democrats have trounced Trump – now they must stop him from becoming a Maga martyr
Editorial: America has called time on the Trump experiment, but the ‘blue tsunami’ of representatives must focus on delivering for the people rather than settling scores with Potus
Mike Johnson will step aside as top House Republican next Congress
After Tuesday's bruising defeat for Republicans, House Speaker Mike Johnson will not stay on as minority leader come January.
Schumer lauds blue wave as a "generational remake of the Senate map"
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer spoke after Democrats won control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections.
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Midterms Leave Israel Fearing US Alliance Fundamentally Broken
For decades, Israel has been able to rely on rock-solid bipartisan American support for its every move, including diplomatic cover on the international stage and hundreds of billions of dollars in aid. Tuesday’s sweeping Democratic…
Key moments as Democrats sweep to victories in US midterms
Democrats have been celebrating across the US after a series of victories saw them take control of both chambers.
What's next for Democrats after party regains Senate and House control
The balance of power is shifting after Democrats won control of the House and Senate. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Caitlin Huey-Burns have more.
Which Senate and governors races are still uncalled after midterms?
As of Wednesday afternoon, control of dozens of congressional and gubernatorial races remains uncalled, even as Democrats have secured control of both chambers of Congress by flipping key seats.
GOP's midterm defeat sparks bold claims from foreign leaders who've clashed with Trump
Pedro Sánchez says Americans voted against hate and climate denial as European leaders react to the Democratic Party's 2026 midterm victories.