AMERICA'S POLITICAL EARTHQUAKE: DEMOCRATS TAKE CONGRESS AS TRUMP FACES A NEW BATTLE FOR POWER

US Midterm Elections 2026: Democrats Make Historic Gains as Control of Congress Shifts

Major election development | November 4, 2026

The November 3, 2026, US midterm elections have produced a major political development, with Democrats securing control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate, according to emerging election coverage.

The results represent a significant shift in Washington's political balance and create a new legislative environment for President Donald Trump's administration.

Key developments reported by Fox News

1. Democrats projected to take the House: Fox News Decision Desk projected that Democrats had secured enough victories to take control of the House, flipping several Republican-held seats.

2. Senate control shifts: Democrats were also projected to take the Senate, with important victories in Maine, Michigan and other battleground states.

3. Trump prepares for divided government: President Trump told Fox News he intended to use his presidential veto power against legislation he opposed, while remaining open to negotiations.

4. Major political firsts: The election produced several historic breakthroughs, including:

- Abdul El-Sayed poised to become the first Muslim US senator.
- Chris Pappas set to become the first openly gay man elected to the Senate.
- Peggy Flanagan set to become the first Native American woman elected to the Senate.
- Several states electing governors who would make history as the first in their respective categories.

5. Congressional investigations expected: Democratic lawmakers have indicated that they intend to use congressional oversight and subpoena powers to investigate Trump administration officials.

6. Republican victories remain part of the picture: Republicans also secured important victories, including Pete Ricketts in Nebraska and Kurt Alme in Montana.

Political implications

For Donald Trump: Losing control of both congressional chambers would significantly complicate the administration's legislative agenda. Democratic lawmakers would gain greater influence over congressional investigations, committee leadership, government spending debates and legislative oversight.

For Democrats: Taking control of Congress would give the party an opportunity to challenge administration policies and advance its own legislative priorities.

For the United States: The election raises important questions about political accountability, economic policy, immigration, healthcare, foreign relations and the balance of power between the White House and Congress.

Editorial verification note: These are projected results and reported developments, not necessarily fully certified results. The Fox live blog contains updates from different points in the counting process, so final figures and certification status should be checked before publication.

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