Topic: Democrats

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Farewell Botox, heels and big hair: Is this the end of MAGA women?

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, November 5: "Loser" and "Reborn in the USA" are just some of the headlines dominating the international press after the Democrats stomped to victory in the US midterm elections. What impact will their success have on the rest of Donald Trump's presidency? How will he govern with a Democratic-controlled Congress? These are just some of the burning questions after that vote. Also, do the midterm results signal the end of the MAGA woman and the "Mar-a-Lago face"?

5 Nov 2026, 12:58 UTC

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What comes next for Democrats after midterm election victory?

With the US midterms over, Democrats are turning to what could become one of their most crowded and unpredictable presidential primaries in decades – a 2028 contest likely to expose the party's divide over how to win back the White House. FRANCE 24's International Affairs Commentator Douglas Herbert has more.

5 Nov 2026, 12:58 UTC

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US Midterms: Democrats say ready to negotiate and promise big changes

US Democrats are promising to leverage their landslide election win to bring down living costs and hold President Donald Trump's administration to account. They are set to take control of both chambers of Congress in January, but delivering on their agenda could mean striking deals with the very president they have pledged to rein in.

5 Nov 2026, 11:57 UTC

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Iran, Gaza, Ukraine: What will US midterm results mean for these conflicts?

Despite wins, Democrats lack the two-thirds majority needed to overturn a presidential veto and push through a law.

5 Nov 2026, 11:42 UTC

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‘Knives out’: Will Congress impeach Pete Hegseth after GOP midterms loss?

Democrats can adopt the impeachment articles in the House but will need Republican backing in the Senate.

5 Nov 2026, 11:42 UTC

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Congress defeat: How Trump’s allies are distancing themselves from Iran war

US Vice President JD Vance blames the war for the midterm rout as Democrats prepare to use Congress to rein it in.

5 Nov 2026, 10:40 UTC

Business

Food, fuel and taxes – can the Democrats do anything to ease cost of living pressures?

Democrats will hold Congress but President Donald Trump still has the power to block their plans.

5 Nov 2026, 06:41 UTC

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Israel’s opposition slams ‘toxic Netanyahu’ after Democrats win US Congress

Netanyahu's rivals say US midterm results show Israel 'cannot afford' to have the prime minister remain in office.

5 Nov 2026, 06:01 UTC

World

Mamdani: ‘it’s morning again in America’ after blue wave

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged fellow Democrats to ‘fulfill promises’ after sweeping wins.

5 Nov 2026, 04:59 UTC

World

What Democrats can and can't do with their new power after taking Congress

Democrats can vote legislation through. But Trump still has veto power.

5 Nov 2026, 04:32 UTC

Politics

Democrats won Congress. But can they deliver on their promises?

Despite their midterm election victories, Democrats face major obstacles to reining in Trump on Iran, tariffs and more.

5 Nov 2026, 00:51 UTC

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Ohio’s voters tell Republicans: don’t take us for granted

Democrats flipped a Senate seat and recaptured the governor’s mansion in Ohio.

5 Nov 2026, 00:51 UTC

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Democrats take House and Senate from Republicans in US midterm rout

Democrats will control both chambers of Congress after flipping seats in Republican strongholds across the US in an election seen as a repudiation of President Donald Trump.

4 Nov 2026, 23:57 UTC

Business

What Wall Street billionaires are saying about Democrats' midterm sweep

Billionaire political spending met criticism from ... billionaires in the wake of Tuesday's blue wave election.

4 Nov 2026, 23:44 UTC

Business

Democrats flip dozens of GOP seats. Republicans haven't flipped a single one

Democrats have flipped seven Senate seats, nearly 30 House districts, five governorships and up to 12 state legislative chambers in a historic 2026 midterm rout.

4 Nov 2026, 23:43 UTC

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