Midterm elections delivered a decisive shift in congressional power, with Democrats securing significant gains that will reshape Washington’s political landscape. Facing historic Democratic majorities, the president—now in a lame-duck period of his second term—has signaled plans to leverage his veto authority while also expressing willingness to collaborate with the opposition. The results mark a sharp contrast to recent years, forcing a reevaluation of legislative priorities and potential gridlock ahead. Analysts will be watching closely as the new balance of power takes effect.
Voters delivered a sweeping rebuke of President Trump and his party in the midterms, handing Democrats major victories and dramatically reshaping the balance of power in Washington. Trump now enters a lame duck phase of his second term, promising both to use his veto power, and also to work across the aisle as he faces the largest Democratic majorities in decades. Liz Landers reports.
