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What Republicans' huge loss means for Trump
Trump's handling of tariffs, the Iran war and an array of Washington-area construction projects are sure to face sudden pushback from newly empowered Democrats.
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What the Democrats' midterms win means for the US economy and Trump
From high oil prices and data centers to tariffs and mounting debt, economic concerns played a key role in the crushing defeat of President Donald Trump's Republicans. So can the Democrats now make a difference?
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What consequences for Israel as Democrats win the US midterm elections?
Democrats seized control of the US Congress on Tuesday, capturing the Senate and House of Representatives in a stunning upset. What are the potential consequences for Israel and Benjamin Netanyahu, as Trump announced on Tuesday that the US will halt $3.8 billion in aid to the country? FRANCE 24's correspondent Noga Tarnopolsky has more.
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McDonald's stock rises as earnings beat, U.S. restaurants show improvement
McDonald's has leaned into discounts to attract budget-conscious diners over the last two years.
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What next for Iran war after Trump's midterms defeat?
Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said on Wednesday that Americans have rejected the Iran war, and the US government should not ignore public opinion by attacking his country again, following a sweeping victory for the Democrats widely seen as a rebuke of the Trump administration. But in a conflict that has often proved highly unpredictable, it is too early to say what the election's impact will be, says France 24's correspondent in Iran Reza Sayed.
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Midterms: What impact did redistricting in California and Texas have?
Last year, California voters approved a bill to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional map to make certain congressional districts more favourable to the Democrats – itself a response to a Republican-led redistricting push that began in Texas. France 24’s Wassim Cornet in Los Angeles takes a look at what impact these efforts may have had on the midterm results.
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What Trump losing power over Congress means for Iran, Ukraine and foreign policy
Democratic control of Congress could bring greater scrutiny of Trump’s handling of the Iran and Ukraine wars, while leaving him broad foreign-policy powers.
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Everything you need to know from the US midterm elections
Democrats secured some big wins - and a few historic firsts - earning congratulations from President Trump.
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What the Democratic takeover of the Senate means for Trump
The BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith explains how Democratic control of both chambers could affect the last two years of Donald Trump's presidency.
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What Election Day Commentators Are Saying: Trump Rants, Hasan Piker Wonders if MAGA ‘Cult’ Is Over and More (Updating)
It’s Election Day in America, which means that pundits were falling over each other to discuss the day’s results as soon as the polls opened. At stake: all 435 seats in the House of Representatives, 35 Senate seats and plenty of high-profile state races. Here’s what some of the country’s loudest and most influential talkers […]
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Sullivan: What the 2026 midterms could mean for energy investors
A Democratic Congress could be good for offshore wind and solar energy.
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What will 'exciting' McNamara bring to Leinster?
After Noel McNamara's appointment to replace Leo Cullen at Leinster from next year, Hugo Keenan believes he is an "exciting" head coach.
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I don't know what 2027 looks like for me - Rahm
Jon Rahm explains his reluctance to join LIV Golf 2.0, saying he "wasn't willing to follow that path" after agreeing to leave the series last month.
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What next for the DUP following Carla Lockhart's resignation?
Lockhart said she was leaving the party on a "point of principle" and would continue as an independent unionist MP.
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What US midterm elections mean for Ukraine, Iran and elsewhere
Donald Trump's Republicans will no longer control the US Congress after the Democrats flipped both chambers in the midterm elections. The outcome could impact conflicts in Europe and the Middle East.
World
What's behind new India-China border tensions?
Indian authorities have confirmed a new border "face-off" between Indian and Chinese troops in Arunachal Pradesh, raising questions about the still fragile thaw in relations between New Delhi and Beijing.
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Scrum, foul play, TMO - what can we expect from refs this autumn?
World Rugby has laid out a vision of a safer and more continuous sport, but with a desire to "embrace the contest" around the breakdown and set-piece.
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What the 2026 midterm elections could mean for Trump's final two years
Oddsmakers and public polls place Democrats in a favorable position ahead of Election Day.
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What could happen if Donald Trump loses US midterm elections?
Americans head to the polls on Tuesday in pivotal midterm elections, with Democrats hoping to seize control of Congress and impose the first significant checks on Donald Trump's second term in the White House. But what could happen in the United States if Republicans lose control of Congress? FRANCE 24's International Affairs Editor Philip Turle has more.