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Now that the electoral dust has settled, we must turn to the evolution, achievements and failures of the South African state.

The Democratic rout in the midterms was a referendum on President Trump, prices and the war in Iran. But it will have impacts that go well beyond the determinative issues — touching topics of key interest to Hollywood studios, broadcasters and their teams of government relations professionals. Here’s a quick rundown of some of the […]

Trump no longer commands the political support he once claimed. U.S. voters have roundly rebuked the U.S. president in a referendum on his leadership.

Proposition 40 billionaire tax set to be defeated in a rare victory for mega-donors in the US midterms

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks started lower Thursday as the U.S....

SEOUL, Nov. 5 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks started lower Thursday as the U.S....

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For perspective on how both parties are responding to the historic election wins, Geoff Bennett spoke with two strategists from both sides of the political aisle. Mo Elleithee is the former spokesman for the Democratic National Committee, and Doug Heye is a former spokesman for the Republican National Committee.

The left-wing movement has won support for its views on issues like the war in Gaza and universal healthcare.

After a historic election win Tuesday, Democrats are expected to step up scrutiny of the Trump administration's record on the environment.

Prediction markets projected election results well before media outlets in an effort to position themselves as fast, reliable news sources.

Democratic party leaders and political analysts spoke with <em>Morning Edition</em> about the results of the midterm elections, the effects of mid-decade redistricting efforts, and the next steps for the party.

The BBC's Ros Atkins looks at the state's long track record of voting Republican and what was different in this year's election.

Campaign focused on cost of living issues and backlash over ICE raids pays dividends for progressive Randy Villegas.

Democratic leader says party expects at least 255 House seats and promises to deliver on affordability.

A sweeping Democratic takeover of the US Congress and key governorships marks a decisive voter rejection of President Donald Trump’s second-term policies, stripping the administration of its unchecked legislative control. The midterm election results, which saw Democrats capture full control of the Senate and House of Representatives, serve as a referendum o

Recent restrictions on protesters at Jantar Mantar and other public spaces undermine the historical relationship between civic arenas and democratic citizenship

WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 (Yonhap) -- Democratic control of the U.S. Congress could mak...

From Iran to trade, here is what the reshaped House and Senate could mean for the president’s signature policies.

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Democratic voters danced as they celebrated Abdul El-Sayed’s victory in Michigan.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore successfully defended his seat against Republican challenger Dan Cox. Moore shares his reaction to major Democratic midterm wins.

Voters took a wrecking ball to the traditional map of political battlegrounds, electing Democrats in states that were long considered reliably Republican.

<p>In a sweeping <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2042019/us-midterms-democrats-projected-to-win-congress-in-major-setback-for-trump">midterm rout</a>, Democrats won control of the US Congress, with a series of upsets delivering a major rebuke to President Donald Trump and his Republican Party.</p> <p>The victory handed Democrats both the House of Represen

Chief Washington Correspondent Jon Karl and Chief Global Affairs Correspondent Martha Raddatz break down the major factors that shaped the election, including the war in Iran.

The Democratic Party gained control of the House and Senate, delivering a stinging rebuke to US President Donald Trump and his Republican Party. Follow DW's live updates.

Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, said Wednesday that anyone expecting U.S. policy toward Iran to change after Democrats won control of Congress was “seriously mis...

Trump: 'Accetto il voto'. Ma poi posta il cappello 'Mr Veto'. I democratici hanno raggiunto quota 225 alla Camera. I dem hanno 54 seggi al Senato, ai repubblicani 43

Lo 'tsunami blu' travolge l'America di Trump. Dem conquistano il Congresso. Il tycoon:'Accetto il voto'. Ma poi posta cappello 'Mr Veto'

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NBC News projects that Kotek defeated Republican state Sen. Christine Drazan in a rematch of their 2022 contest.

The northwestern Ohio district was redrawn in October 2025, creating a more Republican-leaning seat.

Battuta Darline Graham, sorella del defunto senatore Lindsey

Se il partito vince, sarà il primo speaker afroamericano

Democrats are preparing a legislative offensive against US President Donald Trump after their sweeping midterm victory handed them control of both chambers of Congress and the power to challenge his policies, investigate his administration and block his nominees.

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Jeffries, who addressed supporters after House control was called for Democrats<strong>, </strong>argued voters have sent Congress a message to end extremism and "corruption."

Gubernatorial wins in Texas, Georgia and Ohio and local ballot measures show depth of discontent with Trump-backed infrastructure spree

Il tycoon: 'Accetto il voto'. Ma poi posta il cappello 'Mr Veto'. I democratici hanno raggiunto quota 225 alla Camera .I dem hanno 54 seggi al Senato, ai repubblicani 43

All 435 seats in the lower chamber of Congress were on the ballot in Tuesday's midterm race.

Although Democrats were generally favored in the national environment, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek's race against Christine Drazan was one of the biggest nail-biters for a Democratic incumbent in the country.

Top US Democratic politician Hakeem Jeffries has called the midterm results the start of a ‘great American comeback’.

NBC News projects that Hobbs defeated Biggs for a second term, keeping the key battleground state governorship in Democratic hands.

Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro discusses his reelection win in Pennsylvania and outlines the Democratic Party’s future as it is projected to gain full control of Congress following victories in both the House and Senate during the midterm elections.

What’s stunning about his win is that it wasn’t a surprise by Election Day.

The New York mayor tells NPR's Juana Summers that newly elected democratic socialists need to seize this moment and show voters what politics can deliver.

Adam Hamilton beat Republican Roger Marshall in a highly competitive race.

The outcome is widely seen as a rebuke to Trump's Republican Party, which won control of the chamber in 2024.

Democratic Reverend Adam Hamilton defeated GOP Sen. Roger Marshall in the Kansas Senate race, CBS News projects, unseating the incumbent in a major upset.

Democrat Adam Hamilton beat Sen. Roger Marshall, a fierce loyalist to President Trump, per a race call by the Associated Press.

"Anyone who voted Democrat today is going to have a serious case of buyer's remorse when gas prices come down quickly when the Iran conflict is solved but they're still stuck with a list of liberal extremist Democrats," a White House official said.

Janeese Lewis George joins a small group of democratic socialist municipal leaders.

Annie Andrews is projected to defeat Darline Graham, who was handpicked by President Trump to take her brother's seat after his death.

A constitutional amendment passed Tuesday could pave the way for Democratic lawmakers to redraw Maryland's congressional districts ahead of the 2028 election.

Maryland voters approved a constitutional amendment that paves the way for Democrats to redraw their state’s congressional map, NBC News projects.

Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George has been elected mayor of Washington, D.C., NBC News projects, continuing Democratic control over the capital city — but with a twist, as self-identified socialists make gains in cities across the U.S.

Ossoff is seen as a potential leading contender for the Democratic nomination for president in 2028 if he throws his hat in the ring.

As early votes are counted in Ohio, Democratic Senate candidate Sherrod Brown holds the lead against his opponent Republican Jon Husted. Mahoning County is particularly important, as it embodies the shift that has made Ohio a very red, very pro-Trump state.