Democrats Seize Congress in Blue Wave as GOP Blames Iran War
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Democrats have flipped Congress in a sweeping midterm victory, according to day-two election updates. The result hands the party control of both chambers and reshapes the final two years of the Trump presidency.
Vice President Vance blamed the Republican losses on the war with Iran, arguing the conflict drained support from the party. President Trump, meanwhile, focused on a different topic: a ballroom.
Details of the ballroom remarks were not immediately clear. The White House has not issued a formal statement on the results.
The blue wave marks a sharp reversal for Republicans, who entered the midterms defending narrow majorities. Vote counts in several districts remain ongoing, and final totals are expected in the coming days.