Trump Faces Midterm Election Setback as Democrats Take Senate
US President Donald Trump has suffered a major political setback after Democrats secured control of the Senate in the 2026 midterm elections.
The Associated Press confirmed the Democratic victory on Wednesday after the party secured 51 seats, giving it control of the upper chamber.
The breakthrough followed victories in several closely contested states, including Texas, Iowa, Kansas and South Carolina.
Democrats also recorded significant gains in the House of Representatives, raising expectations that they could take control of both chambers of Congress.
Their victories have placed Trump’s political agenda under renewed pressure, with Republicans losing several important contests across the country.
In Texas, Democrat James Talarico secured a historic Senate victory, while Sherrod Brown reclaimed Ohio’s Senate seat for his party.
Josh Turek also won Iowa’s Senate race, while Adam Hamilton secured a landmark victory in Kansas, ending nearly a century without Democratic representation.
The party’s success extended to gubernatorial elections, with Gina Hinojosa making history as Texas’s first Latina governor.
In Wisconsin, David Crowley became the state’s first Black governor, while Deb Haaland secured victory in New Mexico.
Georgia also witnessed a significant Democratic victory as Keisha Lance Bottoms won the governorship.
Meanwhile, Democrats celebrated major gains in New Hampshire, winning both congressional seats and taking control of the state legislature.
The results sparked excitement among Democratic supporters and campaign volunteers gathered in Dover, New Hampshire, where news of victories spread.
One enthusiastic supporter reportedly announced, “Texas went blue!” as the gathering erupted in celebration.
New Hampshire also recorded historic voter participation, with the state’s secretary of state describing the election process as smooth.
The outcome surprised several Democratic supporters who had anticipated much tighter contests, particularly in federal elections.
Voters also raised concerns about Republican-backed policies, including legislation affecting LGBTQ rights.
Campaigners had further drawn attention to Republican Senate candidate John Sununu’s alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein, an association he denies.
Some voters who identified themselves as Republicans reportedly disclosed that they had crossed party lines to support Democratic candidates.
The election results have raised fresh questions about the direction of American politics and the balance of power during Trump’s remaining two years in office.
With Democrats now controlling the Senate and the House outcome still developing, Washington faces the prospect of a significant political shift.
