Trump faces democratic takeover as midterms reshape Washington
Rising living costs, persistent inflation and public frustration with Trump administration policies emerged as defining issues in the vote.
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Donald Trump was not on the ballot, but the midterm elections have delivered a major political setback to his presidency. Democrats have seized control of both chambers of Congress, flipping key Republican seats, including in traditionally conservative states.
Rising living costs, persistent inflation and public frustration with Trump administration policies emerged as defining issues in the vote.
With control of Congress, Democrats gain powerful tools to scrutinize the administration, obstruct its legislative agenda and potentially pursue impeachment proceedings.
As Trump enters the final two years of his presidency, how much will the Democratic takeover constrain his power?
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