Politics · Politics today, November 6, 2026
Elections
Democrats win control of the U.S. House and Senate
· Aster editorial team
AI-generated imageDemocrats won majorities in both chambers of Congress in the Nov. 3 midterm elections, according to Drop Site News, which estimates they flipped seven Senate seats. Among the notable results, James Talarico defeated Ken Paxton in Texas' Senate race and Abdul El-Sayed beat Mike Rogers in Michigan. As of Thursday morning, Senate races in Mississippi and Alaska were still uncalled. President Donald Trump congratulated Democrats in a call with CBS, though he told Fox News he would veto what he called "insane" legislation.
Background
According to Drop Site News, it is the third time in 50 years that control of both chambers has changed in a single election. Republicans will choose their new House minority leader on Nov. 10; Speaker Mike Johnson will not seek the post.
Why it matters
An opposition-led Congress can block the White House's legislative agenda and weigh in on funding for the Iran war. According to La Jornada, the U.S. Embassy in Mexico said the outcome does not change immigration laws.
· Source: Drop Site News
Also reported by: La Jornada
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