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Politics6d agoWhat Democrats can and can't do with their new power after taking CongressDemocrats can vote legislation through. But Trump still has veto power.BBC World
Politics6d agoDemocrats warn Trump camp to ‘lawyer up’ as anger over corruption drives midterms wipeoutCorruption in government was high on the minds of US voters as they dealt US President Donald Trump’s party a chastening defeat in midterm elections, toppling Republican strongholds like dominoes and flipping both chambers of Congress. Triumphant Democrats have warned the Trump administration to “lawyer up”; how they go about tackling alleged graft and abuse of power could shape both their own fortunes and the country’s politics.France 24 [en]
Politics6d agoBlack Governors: another "record" in the United States midterm electionsOn Tuesday, four states elected their first Black governors, a number that exceeds the cumulative number of African American governors elected until now. This happened in Georgia, Florida, Wisconsin, and Nevada.Clarín
Politics6d agoTrump reappears in public after defeat to show works at the White HouseThe US leader reappeared after the electoral defeat to showcase the progress of a project at his official residence. In an unscheduled event, he highlighted the work of the builders, while the opposition criticizes him for prioritizing personal renovations.Clarín
Politics6d agoAmid the Trump wreckage, the free press survivesThe American free press will survive now and for decades to come.The Hill
Business6d agoTen oversold energy stocks as oil prices slide after U.S. midterm electionsThe article identifies ten energy stocks as oversold following a decline in oil prices after the U.S. midterm elections. This analysis is relevant for investors monitoring the energy sector and market reactions to political events.Seeking Alpha Tech
Politics6d agoPfluger challenges Emmer for minority whip positionRepublican Study Committee Chair August Pfluger (R-Texas) is running against House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) for the minority whip position after Democrats won control of the lower chamber. Pfluger wrote in a letter to his Republican colleagues on Wednesday the GOP must be “crafting a strategy to win back the majority.” “We started 2025…The Hill
Politics6d agoThe party’s over for the TrumpsterzDancing gives way to dejection at Florida festivitiesFinancial Times
Politics6d agoOklahoma City’s GOP mayor: ‘Morally and intellectually bankrupt’ party deserved ‘rebuke’Oklahoma City’s Republican mayor David Holt criticized his own party on Tuesday, saying they deserved the “rebuke” of the American people amid a sweeping victory of the Democrats in the midterm elections. “A political party that is morally and intellectually bankrupt deserves the rebuke of the American people,” Hold said in a post on social…The Hill
Politics6d agoDonald Trump humiliated in US midterms as Democrats seize control of CongressTrump responded to the rout with a desperate reminder of his power to veto the Democrats’ ability to legislate, as JD Vance squarely placed the blame on the Iran warThe Independent World
Politics6d agoFrom lame duck a l’orange to a pronoun burger: Internet wastes no time in mocking Trump over midterms wipeoutDemocrats lit up social media, declaring they are now ‘Libbing La Vida Loca’The Independent World
Politics6d agoSchumer has votes for majority leader despite some Democratic dissentSen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) says he will be reelected as Senate majority leader next month when Democrats hold leadership elections despite the dissent of a handful of newly elected senators who threatened not to support him serving another term as leader. “The issue is not me. I’ll be reelected as majority leader. But the issue…The Hill
Politics6d ago'Once-in-a-generation event: Historic election a shocking repudiation of Trump & the MAGA movement'Erin Ogunkeye is pleased to welcome Adam Jentleson, President of the Searchlight Institute and author of Supermajority: How Democrats Can Build Lasting Power, For Jentleson, the Democrats' sweeping midterm victory represents far more than the familiar backlash against an incumbent president. "This is a once-in-a-generation event." But electoral breadth presents a governing dilemma. Can a coalition stretching from progressive reformers to culturally conservative Democrats translate its diversity into legislative action? "Pluralism is not just a political strategy. It is actually a moral good inFrance 24 [en]
Politics6d ago5 facts to know about Keisha Lance Bottoms, America’s first black female governorHer victory is particularly significant in a country where women and Black Americans have historically faced considerable barriers to political representation. The post 5 facts to know about Keisha Lance Bottoms, America’s first black female governor appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
Politics6d agoWatch live: Trump speaks from White House ballroom construction sitePresident Trump speaks after Election Day.The Hill
Politics6d agoDemocrats' historic rout was fueled by massive voter swing to the leftNot since voters were repulsed by President Nixon after the Watergate scandal half a century ago has the popular vote swung so decisively in a single election cycle.LA Times
Business6d agoMexico’s economy nearing ‘strong’ according to the latest MND Economy Index™The latest MND Economy Index™ score — based mainly on data for August 2026 — was 74.5, the highest result since we created the index. Find out where Mexico's economy is getting stronger. The post Mexico’s economy nearing ‘strong’ according to the latest MND Economy Index™ appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
Politics6d agoTrump breaks his silence after disastrous Election Day — to share old glowing news coverageThe president appeared at his ballroom with administration officials following a morning-after social media post saw him revisiting some of his favorite headlinesThe Independent World
Politics6d agoThe beginning of the end of the age of TrumpA stunning rebuke by Americans offers a chance to start rebuilding US democracyFinancial Times
Politics6d agoWomen ride midterm blue wave to historic gainsWomen candidates won enough races Tuesday to set a new record for Democratic women's representation in the U.S. House — among other historic firsts in Congress and governor's races nationwide. The big picture: The spike for Democratic Women's Caucus members in the House alone marks an increase of more than 60% since 2016.At least 100 Democratic women and 16 Republican women have won House seats as of Wednesday morning, according to the Center for American Women and Politics at Rutgers University.The total is expected to climb for candidates across both parties, with dozens of races still uncalAxios
Politics6d agoDeSantis on GOP pummeling: ‘Close to an extinction-level event for Republicans’Outgoing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) called the wave of GOP losses in Tuesday’s midterm election “close to an extinction-level event for Republicans.” “This is close to an extinction-level event for Republicans in many parts of the country, as we have seen probably in the last 100 years,” he said during a Wednesday press conference.…The Hill
Politics6d agoThe counties that clearly rejected Trump's managementLas recientes elecciones legislativas en EE.UU. reflejan un rechazo a las políticas de Trump, con cambios notables en condados clave. La inmigración, aranceles y costos de vida influyeron en resultados adversos para los republicanos, mostrando un giro en bastiones tradicionales.Clarín
Politics6d agoIt’s too close to call in these Senate, House racesPlus: 🏠Johnson triggers leadership fight {beacon} It’s Wednesday. We tried to sleep, briefly. Wow, did Election Day fly by.    In today’s issue: The blue wave hits hard Awaiting Mississippi, Alaska results Undecided House races Johnson won’t run for minority leader Trump, Vance react to drubbing First College Football Playoff rankings Programming note: We’re Joshua Feldstein and Julia…The Hill
Politics6d agoBack in the majority, Democrats have plans for a long list of Trump investigationsDemocrats will have the ability to subpoena records and compel individuals to testify. The Epstein files, Elon Musk, the Iran war and Trump's business interests may all come under the microscope.NPR News