Europe Today: Trump weighs Iran strikes as Ukraine talks head to Abu Dhabi

As of November 6, 2026, Democrats won control of Congress in the U.S. midterm elections, marking President Donald Trump's final two years in office with significant challenges. Despite initial concerns and predictions, Democrats secured major victories across several states, including Texas, where Gina Hinojosa became the first Latina governor of Texas after 30 years of Republican rule. This shift could usher in environmental reforms previously blocked by long-standing Republican dominance. The election results also saw close contests in states like South Carolina, where Democrat Annie Andrews narrowly led Senator Darline Graham, a Republican appointed to office following her brother's death. Trump’s deep unpopularity and economic challenges contributed to the Democratic sweep, despite his efforts to downplay issues such as rising gas prices linked to the ongoing war with Iran.