Democrats sweep US midterms, win Senate and HouseWorld

President Trump has accepted the midterm results, blaming the Iran war and inflation for the defeat, according to the same coverage. The outcome comes after a campaign in which the cost of living and the war were central issues for voters.

At least seven Muslims were elected to the US Congress in the midterm elections, a notable milestone in American politics. Democrats also lead the governor races, with 28 wins against 20 for the Republicans, according to the live results.

Reactions to the outcome continued through the day. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said he hoped the election results would promote regional peace. Meanwhile, with the midterms over, Democrats are turning to a wide-open race for their 2028 presidential nomination, with several contenders expected to emerge.

Markets also responded to the outcome. The dollar edged lower as the election result cheered global markets, with investors weighing what a divided or Democrat-controlled Congress would mean for trade, spending and foreign policy.

The results are being closely watched around the world, including in Pakistan and the wider region, because control of Congress shapes American policy on trade, aid and international affairs. Analysts say the new balance of power is likely to limit the president’s room to push through major legislation without bipartisan support.

The White House has defended the president’s agenda and pledged to defy the odds after the losses, while Republican figures have debated the reasons for the defeat. Some have pointed to voter concerns about prices and the economy, while others have questioned campaign strategy.

With counting in some races still under way, the final seat tallies may shift slightly, but the overall outcome is clear: the Democrats will control both the Senate and the House when the new Congress takes its seats.