# US midterms: ‘Blue wave’ sweeps the country as Democrats flip both chambers

https://mins.news/en/video/129143

- Lianhe Zaobao, 2026-11-04 14:03 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GY3qANUkLEo

> A “blue wave” in the US midterms saw Democrats regain control of both chambers of Congress, ending Republican control. Although President Donald Trump was not on the ballot, the election became a referendum on his performance. Democrats can use investigations, hearings and confirmation reviews to constrain the White House, while Trump retains executive authority and veto power.

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