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Trump turns to White House ballroom after Republicans' historic midterm losses
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Democrats' midterm victory was historic. These numbers show just how big it was.
Midterms tend to be backlash elections, and the presidents party almost always loses seats when voters return to the polls to judge his performance in office. But not all midterms are created equal. On Tuesday, Democrats comprehensively routed their Republican rivals , regaining control of the U.S. House, U.S. Senate and statehouses across the country. Along the way, they shattered a series of decades-long Republican winning streaks and notched several historic firsts . So just how big was this years blue wave (or blue tsunami )? The full scale and scope of the Democratic Partys seismic victory is still coming into focus as officials tally every last vote. But here are some key numbers to help you put it into perspective: Winning the House 26: the average number of House seats the presidents party has lost in midterm elections since World War II (pre-2026) 40+: the projected number of House seats that will flip to Democrats in 2026, once all the votes are counted About 255: the projected size of the new Democratic House majority the largest since 2008, and possibly since 1992 6.8 percentage points: the Republican popular vote margin in their 1994 and 2010 House midterm victories 13 points: the projected Democratic popular vote margin in their 2026 House midterm victory 1974: the last time either party won their House popular vote by that much in a midterm election More than 100: the number of Democratic women who will serve simultaneously in the House a historic first Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed speaks at an election night event on Nov. 4, 2026, in Detroit, as his wife Sarah Jukaku watches. AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson Flipping the Senate 4: the average number of Senate seats the presidents party has lost in midterm elections since World War II (pre-2026) 9: the number of Republican Senate seats that have either flipped to Democrats in 2026 (Iowa, Kansas, Maine, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas) or could flip once all the votes are counted (Alaska, Mississippi) 55-56: the projected size of the new Democratic Senate majority the largest since the early 2010s 2014: the last time a party the Republicans flipped 9 Senate seats in a midterm election 1958: the last time a party flipped more than 9 Senate seats in a midterm election 12 points: Trumps average margin of victory in 2024 in the nine states where Democrats flipped or could still flip a Republican Senate seat this year 1986: The last midterm in which more than two Senate seats flipped in states where the president won by double-digit margins two years earlier At least 17: the number of senators from both parties who will be replaced in the chamber after the 2026 midterms the largest turnover since 1980 70: the average age of this years departing senators At least 15: the number of senators from both parties who will be under 50 when theyre sworn into office in January 2027 up from eight previously Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms, right, embraces her daughter, Lincoln, at an election night event on Nov. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. AP Photo/Brynn Anderson Closing the governor gap 7: the number of Republican governorships that have either flipped to Democrats in 2026 (Iowa, Ohio, Georgia, Nevada, Texas) or could flip once all the votes are counted (Alaska, Kansas) As many as 31: the number of governorships that Democrats could control once all the votes are counted 2011: The last time Democrats controlled a majority of governorships About 75%: the percentage of Americans who will live in states with Democratic governors after the 2026 midterms How voters shifted 63%: the percentage of exit poll respondents who said they disapprove of how Trump is handling his job as president 54%: the percentage of exit poll respondents who said they strongly disapprove of how Trump is handling his job as president 37%: the percentage of exit poll respondents who said they approve of how Trump is handling his job as president the lowest midterm approval of any president since at least 2006 91%: the percentage of exit poll respondents who said government corruption was a crucial or major factor in their vote for Congress 62%: the percentage of exit poll respondents who said Trump prioritizes his own personal interests over the countrys interests 89%: the percentage of exit poll respondents who said the cost of living was a crucial or major factor in their vote for Congress 66%: the percentage of exit poll respondents who said Trumps policies have worsened economic conditions in the U.S. +15 percentage points: An early estimate of how much better Democrats performed nationwide in 2026 vs. 2024 (via the New York Times ) +20 points: An early estimate of how much better Democrats performed in the South in 2026 vs. 2024 +28 points: An early estimate of how much better Democrats performed with Latino voters in 2026 +32 points: An early estimate of much better Democrats performed with young voters (ages 18-29) in 2026 vs. 2024 Supporters of Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico attend at an election night event in Austin, Texas, on Nov. 3, 2026. AP Photo/Eric Gay Turning Texas blue 2.6 percentage points: Democrat James Talaricos final lead in the polls, on average About 12 points: Talaricos actual margin of victory over Republican Ken Paxton in the 2026 midterm election 1988: The last time Texas elected a Democratic senator 5.26 million: The number of votes Joe Biden received in Texas in the 2020 presidential election 5.45 million: The number of votes Talarico has received in Texas in the 2026 midterm election the most ever for a Democrat 64%: The estimated percentage of Texas independent voters that Talarico won in the 2026 midterm election 70%: The estimated percentage of Texas Latino voters that Talarico won in the 2026 midterm election 73%: The estimated percentage of young voters (ages 18-29) that Talarico won in the 2026 midterm election This article originally appeared on Yahoo News at https://www.yahoo.com/news/politics/article/democrats-2026-midterm-rout-was-big--really-big-here-are-the-numbers-that-prove-it-225923613.html
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Americans said no to war: Iran's Ghalibaf warns US after Trump's midterm setback
Americans said no to war: Iran's Ghalibaf warns US after Trump's midterm setback
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Get ready habibis, Abdul El-Sayed
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Pound rises to its highest level since the Brexit referendum
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It would destroy Democrats: Trump warns against impeachment after midterm losses
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Israel President urges compromise after divisive election
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Debt relief and aid no replacement for slavery reparations, UK told
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Dow jumps over 1,500 points in response to Democrats' control of Congress
US stocks jumped on Wednesday after Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in a seismic midterm election, paving the way for a divided government. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ( ^DJI ) rose 3%, or over 1,500 points, while the S&P 500 ( ^GSPC ) climbed 1.7%. The Nasdaq Composite ( ^IXIC ) traded up by 1.6% amid a post-election relief rally. Markets swiftly repriced a Democratic sweep of the House and Senate and the potential for ballot measures and newly elected officials to restrict data center construction . Chip stocks, including Nvidia ( NVDA ) and Micron ( MU ), fell. Meanwhile, other parts of the tech sector offset some of those losses, with Apple ( AAPL ) and Microsoft ( MSFT ) each hitting all-time highs. Investors will also be watching for policy actions on housing and pharmaceuticals in the aftermath of the election. As Yahoo Finance's Jared Blikre pointed out on Tuesday , midterm elections have a history of shaping stock performance in the near term but don't tend to move markets much over the long term. On the economic front, ISM and S&P data showed that US services activity expanded at a slower pace in October as businesses continued to grapple with elevated costs. Private-sector hiring , meanwhile, continued to show strength in October as an ADP report indicated pretty solid job growth. Earnings continue to roll in. AMD ( AMD ) posted a Q3 earnings beat , while McDonald's ( MCD ) grappled with slowing same-store sales growth . Duolingo ( DUOL ) stock soared over 30% on strong user growth. This article originally appeared on Yahoo Finance at https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/live/stock-market-today-dow-rallies-1500-points-sp-500-nasdaq-midterm-elections-democrats-sweep-201207340.html
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Donald Trump Iran war: The US president has acknowledged that the Iran war and rising gasoline prices contributed to Republican losses in the US midterm elections. With Democrats taking control of both chambers of Congress, the president faces tougher political challenges, while Democratic leaders prepare to push healthcare priorities and increase scrutiny of his administration.
US sanctions Indian, Turkish firms accused of helping Iran's shadow oil fleet
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If I had to do it again, I will: Trump refuses to back down on Iran war after Vances claim
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Trump Cornered After Iran Humiliation; Don Dumps Israel, Impeachment On Table As Dems Gun For POTUS
Donald Trump has suffered a massive midterm election defeat, with Democrats flipping both the House and the Senate. The Republican setback threatens to reshape the final two years of Trump's presidency, opening the door to congressional investigations, impeachment calls and a major confrontation over his executive powers.But what happens next for Trump?The Iran war and rising cost of living have emerged as major factors behind the Republican defeat. With Democrats preparing to challenge the administration, Trump's control over Washington faces its biggest test yet.The election could also reshape the Republican Party's future. JD Vance and Marco Rubio are now central to discussions about the post-Trump era and the 2028 presidential race. Will Vance distance himself from Trump? Could Rubio build a broader Republican coalition? And who will inherit the MAGA movement?
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Democrats achieved significant victories in the midterm elections, resulting in control of both Congressional chambers. Many seats were flipped across previously Republican strongholds with stark voter dissatisfaction influencing results. Notably, Trump-backed candidates faced substantial defeats in multiple states like South Carolina and North Carolina. The outcomes revealed limitations in Trump's political influence and a shift toward Democratic representation.
Trump Says Iran War Impact On Republican Midterm Elections Defeat
Washington: US President Donald Trump has acknowledged that the Iran war contributed to the Republican Partys poor performance in the 2026 midterm elections, even as he defended the military campaign and maintained that it was necessary. US President Donald Trump Acknowledges Iran War Contributed To Republican Defeat In 2026 Midterm Elections As Party Faces Setbacks []
