US Election: Democrats sweep House and Senate
Summary
Democrats have swept both chambers of Congress, setting up a divided government and a new battle with President Donald Trump over the direction of the country. The party plans a 100-day agenda focused on lowering living costs and launching investigations into Trump and his allies.
Key Points
- Democrats won control of both the House and the Senate in a nationwide sweep that sharply reversed Republican gains.
- The results create a divided government and give Congress new leverage to challenge President Donald Trump and his agenda.
- House Democrats plan a 100-day agenda centered on lowering costs, reversing health-care cuts, and pursuing oversight investigations.
- Party leaders Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer will steer the new majority, while Republicans face leadership turmoil and a possible funding showdown.
