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Tears, celebrations and selfies: US midterms in pictures

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BBC News. (2026, November 4). Tears, celebrations and selfies: US midterms in pictures. BBC News. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq74pexm44elo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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Photographs capture the contrasting reactions during the US midterm elections, showing Democrats celebrating their victories that led to significant gains in traditionally Republican strongholds, including control over both the Senate and the House. Republicans faced a series of defeats, resulting in somber reactions at polling places across the country as they struggled to maintain their previous stronghold states.
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In the U.S. midterm elections on November 3, 2026, Democrats secured control of Congress, ending a decades-long Republican dominance. This shift came despite initial concerns about Trump's unpopularity and Republicans' chances in the Senate. Key factors included high turnout among Asian-American voters and younger demographics, fueling what was described as a "blue wave" for Democrats. The election results saw Democrats gain significant sway over war spending and Trump’s foreign policy decisions, notably his controversial war with Iran. Social media reactions highlighted Trump blaming the Iran conflict for Republican losses while celebrating historic victories like Abdul El-Sayed's Senate win in Michigan.

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- Published Hugs, cheers and smiles broke out as the Democrats picked up a string of victories in Republican strongholds, delivering them the Senate and the House.
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- Published Hugs, cheers and smiles broke out as the Democrats picked up a string of victories in Republican strongholds, delivering them the Senate and the House. asserted
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The win gives them control of Congress for the rest of Donald Trump's presidency. asserted
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