Democrats Win Control of US Senate and House in Midterms
Democrats have won control of both the US Senate and House of Representatives in the midterm elections. They made gains in Republican states including Texas, Kansas and South Carolina. The results are seen as a setback for President Donald Trump, with voters citing discontent over the Iran war and the cost of living.
Context
Context: Midterms are elections held halfway through a US president's term, when all House seats and about a third of Senate seats are contested. Control of Congress affects how easily a president can pass laws and confirm appointments.
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