Six takeaways from Democrats’ resounding midterm sweep
Party took control of Congress, making extraordinary gains deep in Republican territory
Party took control of Congress, making extraordinary gains deep in Republican territory
Many donated money to President Trump’s favored causes and became his allies. Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 1 are centre, 1 lean right.
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No Democrat has emerged as a clear favourite, while Vance and Rubio lead smaller Republican field
Midterms over, Democrats plunge into wide-open 2028 presidential race Reuters
After a historic election win Tuesday, Democrats are expected to step up scrutiny of the Trump administration's record on the environment.
Jimmy Kimmel predictably roasted U.S. Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel celebrated Democrats' big wins on election night during his opening monologue on Tuesday. Covered by 8 outlets: 3 lean left, 3 are centre, 2 lean right.
Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers delivered scorching monologues following the Democrats success in the US midterms.
Late-night host tells president 'nobody wants you' after Democrats' big night
YouTube/ Jimmy Kimmel Live After throwing millions of dollars at failed Republican candidates, Elon Musk is the “biggest loser” of this election cycle, Jimmy Kimmel said. On-and-off trillionaire Musk, 55, donated a...
Jimmy Kimmel has some post-tsunami advice for Donald Trump: Just quit already. “The verdict is in and there’s only one thing left for Nappy Gilmore to do,” Kimmel said on last night’s Jimmy Kimmel Live in response to...
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In Ukraine, President Zelenskyy made the clearest indication yet that a disruption of Starlink technology contributed to civilian deaths. Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Elon Musk as a “genius” for deploying thousands of...
Elon Musk could face congressional scrutiny after Democrats midterm sweep
The head of T-Mobile's parent company is casting doubt on SpaceX's plans to make Starlink Mobile a "major" carrier in the US. During an earnings call on Thursday, Deutsche Telekom CEO Tim Höttges says he takes the...
Sen. Ruben Gallego is looking for an upgrade on Capitol Hill ... and while he's eyeing a better office, he's also got his sights set on Elon Musk, whom he wants hauled before Congress. Jacob caught up with the...
Nobody may have suffered bigger losses Tuesday than President Donald Trump. But few others had more on the line than Musk, who gambled big and came up holding the midterm's worst return on investment.
Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley joins "The Daily Report" to break down the significance of Democrats' sweeping midterm victories. Covered by 8 outlets: 2 lean left, 6 are centre.
Democrats' midterm victory should not obscure allegations that Mary Peltola's campaign helped deceive Alaska voters with a decoy candidate.
Donald Trump reportedly remained in the White House residence as Democrats won both chambers of Congress, while he rejected personal blame and signalled plans to use presidential vetoes.
Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley joins "The Daily Report" to break down the significance of Democrats' sweeping midterm victories. CBS News 24/7 is the premier anchored streaming news service from CBS News and...
Stock futures are little changed after big rally following Democrats' decisive midterm wins CNBC What was really behind Wednesday's monster rally? Trump quickly making peace CNBC Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Mixed...
Wall Street weighs how the 2026 midterms could affect stocks, Treasury yields, artificial intelligence, energy prices, banks, defense and healthcare. The Democratic sweep of the midterms could bring a crackdown on Wall Street as lefty...
The S&P 500 fell 4.4% Thursday for its worst drop since President Donald Trump shook markets worldwide in April 2025 with his “Liberation Day” tariffs.
The S&P 500 fell 4.4% Thursday for its worst drop since President Donald Trump shook markets worldwide in April 2025 with his “Liberation Day” tariffs.
The Philadelphia semiconductor index was down 9.2% as investors weighed what a Democratic Congress means for data center spending
Republicans tried to redraw congressional maps to tilt more seats in their favor. Covered by 8 outlets: 4 lean left, 2 are centre, 2 lean right.
Democrats won a strong majority in the House despite a Republican push to gain seats through congressional redistricting. CBS News election law expert David Becker breaks it down.
Failures by Republicans to prioritize issues like pesticides prompted MAHA voters to pick Democrats or not to vote at all, activists say.
Republicans can learn from their losses. But they should be careful not to explain away Democratic victories as if the candidates themselves had nothing to do with it.
Democrats have won the biggest landslide in modern American memory. In the midterm elections swing voters across the country have signalled their discontent with Donald Trump’s presidency. The Economist’s data editor...
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Stocks bounced back after an initial dip following the results of the midterm elections. WSJ’s Aaron Back explains why the stock market remains resilient. #WSJ #midterms #markets
Oil prices fell more than 7% and Nvidia stock dropped 3% as the S&P 500 gained 1.58% and the Nasdaq rose 1.44%
Sheyann Webb-Christburg was 8 when she was part of the crowd of civil rights marchers attacked on Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama, months before President Lyndon Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act.
Democrats ran on lowering costs and stamping out corruption. Covered by 5 outlets: 1 lean left, 3 are centre, 1 lean right.
Democrats have seized control of both chambers of Congress, flipping Republican strongholds and setting up a confrontation with President Donald Trump. But what comes next? Should Democrats prioritise lowering...
Corruption topped the list of concerns for voters who ousted Republicans and handed Democrats control of Congress in the midterm elections. Now, the newly empowered Democratic Party is putting the issue front and...
Priorities include Trump family business dealings, administration’s handling of Epstein investigation and ICE operations
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) on Friday made an eleventh-hour appeal to voters, warning that handing Democrats wins in the midterm elections would empower socialists to make sweeping changes to the American way of life. In an op-ed...
President Trump delivered his final pitch for voters Monday ahead of Tuesday's midterm elections. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more. CBS News 24/7 is the premier anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations that is available...
Two Senate races that a year ago were thought to be battlegrounds turned out to be slam-dunks for the Democrats. Nine battleground states hold the key to control of Congress as Republicans defend majorities and Democrats eye Senate...
Democrats have taken control of the House and the Senate, winning every battleground state and flipping seats they haven't won in decades. Lakshya Jain of The Argument, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and 60 Minutes...
Voter outrage over Minnesota’s yearslong fraud scandal failed to prevent Democrats from sweeping statewide this week, allowing them to win every major office up for grabs, including the governorship, an open Senate...
Across the country, voters reacted with joy and disbelief as Democrats pulled off stunning midterm upsets, claiming victories in traditional Republican strongholds including Iowa, South Carolina, Texas and Kansas.
Democrats have secured victories in Republican strongholds, and they are also ahead in other key battlegrounds. The ABC's Chief Election Analyst, Casey Briggs, outlines the results so far for the 2026 US midterm...
But select Democrats, too, are being accused of having ties to the late sex offender as country prepares to vote In races across the country, Democratic candidates or groups that support them have released ads accusing Republicans of...
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Jamie Raskin told Trump to “speak for himself” over his claim about “incumbent” as the Alaska Senate ballot fight intensifies.
Trump White House maps path to govern without Congress if Democrats win Reuters
The Justice Department is seeking to preserve ballots cast in Alaska’s closely watched Senate race, not change votes or declare a winner, as the department pursues an investigation into allegations that Democratic...
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In a nationwide romp, Democrats ousted Republicans from coast to coast, with many surprising places in between, as voters rejected the president's party for the promise of something different for the country. Covered by 18 outlets: 5...
Democrats are set to hold leadership elections for the incoming Congress, as they prepare to hold majorities in both the House and Senate. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns breaks it down.
Congresswoman-elect Elaine Luria (D-Va.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss how she views the Democrats’ governing mandate and her view on impeachment after previously serving on the January 6th committee.
Democrats had a better night than anyone expected on Tuesday, winning sweeping majorities in both the House and the Senate as voters turned away from President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. Now, they have to...
Radio host and podcaster Charlamagne Tha God is warning Democrats not to get too comfortable after winning the majority of the House and Senate, which he referred to as "a referendum on ten years of MAGA politics."
Stock market futures in both Canada and the U.S. Meta Description: Sensex surged 1,225 points and Nifty closed above 23,800 as Indian stock markets rallied. Covered by 8 outlets: 1 lean left, 7 are centre.
The stock market sank Thursday after a post-midterm rally amid fears of new AI restrictions under Democrats. CBS News' Brooke DiPalma and Natalia Brand break it down.
Investors richer by Rs 29 lakh crore as Sensex, Nifty rise over 8%; FIIs pour in money, but will rally la The Times of India Sensex skyrockets 2,008 points, NSE Nifty surges by 576 as oil eases on back of US blue...
Sensex surged 2,008 points to close at 79,310, while Nifty gained 576 points to settle above 24,500. Easing crude oil prices and positive global cues lifted investor sentiment.
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Voters delivered a sweeping rebuke of President Trump and his party in the midterms, handing Democrats major victories and dramatically reshaping the balance of power in Washington. Covered by 8 outlets: 4 lean left, 4 are centre.
How an unpopular president and an unpopular war provided an opening for Democrats to make sweeping gains in the midterms.
The Democrats sweep in the US midterm elections is the focus of Thursday's papers.
NYT Analysis: Donald Trump told voters to 'pretend I'm on the ballot'. They did just that.
Democrat candidates are projected to win Illinois’ secretary of state, comptroller and treasurer offices, according to the Associated Press. Alexi Giannoulias is leading the race for secretary of state with 64.4% of...
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The closing sprint in Texas comes as early voting nears its conclusion in several states. Covered by 48 outlets: 21 lean left, 17 are centre, 9 lean right, 1 are not rated.
Texas Republican blames GOP leaders for Democratic sweep USA Today
GOP strategist Karl Rove said he believes Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R), who lost his Senate bid to Democrat James Talarico Tuesday, sunk other Republican candidates in the Lone Star State. “Well, Paxton drew...
Voters threw Republicans out of office on Tuesday by astounding margins, in large part due to disgust with Donald Trump’s extensively documented corruption. And Democrats have vowed to follow that mandate to crank up...
Apart from Democrat James Talarico's win over Republican Ken Paxton on Tuesday night, two other newcomers to Texas politics, Bobby Pulido and Nathan Johnson, both won their elections, and both share a musical background.
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Our partners at PolitiFact are fact-checking multiple competitive 2026 midterm races across the United States on Election Day. Covered by 41 outlets: 19 lean left, 7 are centre, 4 lean right, 11 are not rated.
Why is the western US still counting votes after election day?
Democrats have taken control of the US Senate and House after an election sweep that reached deep into Republican territory. From stunning victories in Texas to historic breakthroughs across the country, voters...
Although he was not on the ballot, the elections were effectively a nationwide referendum on Trump.
Americans from Michigan to Maine, Texas to Kansas lined up to make their voices heard on Pres. Trump’s policies and which party will control Congress.
Democrats' big night gives them a chance to turn voter anger over high energy prices into legislative action and congressional oversight, but divisions within the party could complicate their plans. Why it matters: This was an energy...
Donald Trump's impeachment boast faces renewed scrutiny after Democrats win Congress, but removing him would still require a two-thirds Senate conviction.
Ms. Indian-Americans 2026 Midterms: Pia Dandiya wins Florida 22nd 52% vs 48%, Suhas Subramanyam re-elected VA-10, Aruna Miller wins, Vivek Ramaswamy loses Ohio Gov to Amy Acton. Covered by 9 outlets: 1 lean left, 7 are centre, 1 lean right.
The Hindu profile on Democrat Pia Dandiya who won from Florida The Hindu US midterm election results 2026: Ro Khanna, Pia Dandiya win; Vivek Ramaswamy loses The Hindu Are Indian Americans done with Trump and his...
The 2026 US midterm elections have delivered mixed results for Indian-American candidates. Republican Vivek Ramaswamy has lost the Ohio governor's race, while Democrats Suhas Subramanyam, Pia Dandiya and Pramila...
Indian-Americans 2026 Midterms: Pia Dandiya wins Florida 22nd 52% vs 48%, Suhas Subramanyam re-elected VA-10, Aruna Miller wins, Vivek Ramaswamy loses Ohio Gov to Amy Acton.
GOP Rep. Anna Paulina Luna scraped by with less than 50% of the vote in her Florida district to beat Democrat Leela Gray.
In a breakup planned for 2028, CVS Health intends to split off its pharmacies into a new company, while keeping together its businesses in insurance and pharmacy benefits. CVS Health intends to keep together its insurance and pharmacy...
CVS Health says it is splitting in two, putting its retail pharmacy in one unit and its insurance side, which oversees Aetna and Caremark, will be separate. The CEO says the idea is to help customer engagement,...
CVS Health CEO David Joyner discusses how the midterm elections will impact the healthcare industry in an interview with CNBC's "Squawk on the Street."
CVS Health intends to keep together its insurance and pharmacy benefits divisions and create a separate company for its pharmacies, in a breakup set for 2028.
CVS Health will be splitting into two companies, retaining insurance and pharmacy benefits under CVS Health and rebranding retail pharmacy as CVS Pharmacy.
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Democrats in Congress could impose tougher rules on crypto and investigate President Donald Trump, ushering in a tougher era for the industry. US President Donald Trump's foreign policy agenda faces new constraints after midterm losses....
It hasn’t been a good week for President Donald Trump and his administration.
The US is said to be reviewing the proposal.
A civil war is brewing inside the Trump administration after Republicans suffered crippling midterm losses, with insiders scrambling to assign blame and find someone to take the fall. President Donald Trump has...
Crowds gathered in Tehran on Wednesday as a performer dressed as U.S. President Donald Trump took part in a mock hanging. The scene unfolded after Democrats flipped several Republican strongholds in the U.S. midterm...
President Trump told Axios in a phone interview Monday he's "in no rush" to decide whether to resume fighting in Iran. Covered by 8 outlets: 6 are centre, 2 lean right.
Trump says the US remains “locked and loaded” for potential strikes on Iran, while Tehran reportedly submits a nuclear proposal amid ongoing peace talks.
Trump acknowledges Iran role in Democratic sweep Reuters
As we approach the next stage in this ongoing saga, it is important to look back briefly and understand what happened at the White House before the United States and Iran signed their hollow MoU.
Vance says US has had ‘good conversations’ with Iran on finding deal to end conflict AP News America’s Gulf Allies Prepare for New Round of Strikes on Iran—and the Blowback WSJ Trump to Axios: "No rush" to decide on...
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani — one of the most influential members of the Democratic Party's leftward flank — said Wednesday that the left must now keep its "foot on the gas.". New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged fellow...
The abrupt response of Abdul El-Sayed to Sky News' questions during the midterms campaign proved a stark contrast to fellow Democrats, including Zohran Mamdani and AOC. David Blevins and James Matthews discuss on...
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says midterm wins in Georgia, Texas and South Carolina prove a progressive presidential path exists in 2028.
Donald Trump's meeting with Zohran Mamdani reportedly angered House Republicans before their sweeping 2026 midterm defeat.
With the midterms in the rearview, the march toward 2028 is quickly coming into focus. Presidential speculation is already percolating about some Democrats who helped drive the midterm victories and some Republicans...