Young Latino voters played an important role in the Democrats’ victory in the US midterm elections. A new term, “Sí Votan”, meaning “They Do Vote”, has gained attention to describe this generation of young voters who not only turned out to vote but also encouraged their families to participate in the elections. Young Latino voters … Read more
President Donald Trump‘s proposed 250-foot (76-meter) triumphal arch in Washington won a key approval late Thursday, which could lead to construction beginning quickly on the latest major project in his drive to reshape the US capital. The arch is among several costly projects President Donald Trump is pushing in Washington despite opposition from local officials … Read more
Democrats recorded a series of victories in key Senate, House and gubernatorial races after 8 am on Wednesday, November 4, as results from the 2026 US midterm elections continued to reshape the political landscape. Democrats win Senate races in Texas, South Carolina, Ohio and Kansas, (AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt) Among the major wins, Democrat Annie Andrews … Read more
Democrats have snatched control of the US House of Representatives from Republicans in the 2026 midterm elections. President Donald Trump suffered a major blow as voters turned out to challenge his party’s narrow majority in Congress. Supporters celebrate Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa’s win after Texas Governor Greg Abbott conceded the race during the US … Read more
US voters handed Democrats control of Congress in midterm elections on Tuesday, delivering a stunning repudiation of President Donald Trump. Donald Trump faces a major political setback as Republicans suffer losses in the 2026 US midterm elections. (REUTERS/Eric Lee TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY) (REUTERS) Democrats flipped long-held Republican seats in North Carolina and South … Read more
Democrats won major Senate races in North Carolina and Georgia, but it remained unclear whether the party would succeed in wresting control of the chamber from President Donald Trump’s Republicans with millions of votes still uncounted in Tuesday’s midterm elections. Democrats flip North Carolina Senate seat as battle for chamber takes shape. Photographer: Al Drago/Bloomberg … Read more
Democrats have secured major victories in several gubernatorial contests across the United States, with Kathy Hochul retaining the New York governorship, Phil Weiser winning in Colorado and Ned Lamont securing another term in Connecticut, as the 2026 US midterm election results continue to emerge. Democrats win key governor races, with Kathy Hochul, Phil Weiser and … Read more
As Democrats are set to take control of the US Congress, the House Democrats Caucus took to social media with a confident message, posting: “Let’s get to work”. Supporters of Democratic US Senate candidate James Talarico cheer after he won the Texas race. (RONALDO SCHEMIDT / AFP) Democrats have already flipped control of the US … Read more
The 2026 US midterm elections will play a crucial role in determining the balance of power in Washington, with all 435 seats in the House of Representatives, 35 Senate seats and 39 governorships up for grabs. The results will shape the political landscape for the final two years of President Donald Trump’s second term and … Read more
Democratic Senate candidates are gaining momentum across seven closely watched battleground states, with new polling suggesting Republicans could face a serious challenge in their bid to retain control of the chamber. The latest New York Times/Siena poll, released Sunday, shows Democrats leading in several traditionally Republican states, including Texas and Kansas, just days ahead of … Read more