Trump hit hard as Democrats turn midterms blue

Democrats have strengthened their position in the 2026 US midterm elections, securing control of the House of Representatives and making significant gains in several closely contested races across the country.

The latest results show Democrats leading in 142 House seats against 81 for Republicans, with 223 of the 435 seats counted. The victory marks a major setback for President Donald Trump, whose Republican Party has lost control of the lower chamber of Congress.

Democrats have also achieved a historic breakthrough in Texas, winning a Senate seat in the traditionally Republican state for the first time in decades. The result represents a significant shift in a state where Democratic candidates have struggled to secure statewide victories.

The party is also gaining momentum in several gubernatorial contests. In Texas, the governor’s race between Republican incumbent Greg Abbott and Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa has moved into the likely Democratic category, according to CBS News.

In California, Democrat Xavier Becerra has been projected to retain the governor’s seat for his party. Democrats have also secured projected victories in other closely watched races, strengthening their overall performance.

The Senate battle remains closely contested, with Democrats holding 47 seats against 37 for Republicans among the results reported so far. Several races are still being counted, and the final balance of power in the upper chamber remains uncertain.

The Republican setbacks have also exposed growing divisions within the party. Trump appeared to distance himself from the disappointing results in his first public reaction, claiming that Republicans would have secured a landslide victory had he been on the ballot.

His remarks came as Democrats celebrated their gains and Republicans began confronting the political consequences of losing control of the House.

The midterm elections have covered all 435 seats in the House of Representatives, 35 Senate seats and several state-level positions, including governorships. The results could reshape the political landscape in Washington and significantly influence Trump’s ability to pursue his agenda during the remainder of his presidency.