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Democratic Party completes sweep in US midterm elections

Following a historic victory in both chambers of Congress, President Trump expresses readiness to work with the new administration, while Zelensky hopes for increased aid.


United States Capitol, Washington, D.C., 2008
United States Capitol, Washington, D.C., 2008 · Photo: Diego Delso · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The Democratic Party in the United States has achieved a sweeping victory in the midterm elections, as reported by CNBC and CBC. The Democrats have secured control of both houses of Congress, flipping numerous districts previously held by Republicans. Reports indicate significant gains across the country, including majorities in key states like Texas, alongside a surge in financial markets reacting to the results.

In response to the Republican defeat, President Donald Trump blamed individual candidates for the poor performance and claimed that the war with Iran impacted voter sentiment. Conversely, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope that the political shift in Washington would lead to increased support for Kyiv. Further details regarding the impact of this transition on foreign policy have not yet been released.

Sources: Jerusalem Post — international, CBC News, CNBC Markets, TradingView, AP News, The Hill

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