Democrats seize Congress in midterm setback for Trump
Why it matters: Control of both chambers could sharply limit President Donald Trump's agenda for his final two years.
Democrats scored broad victories in the U.S. midterm elections, flipping Republican-held seats and putting the party on track to control both chambers of Congress. The results amounted to a major political setback for President Donald Trump midway through his second term. CNBC's account described scenes from polling places, election offices and celebration events across the country as control of the House and Senate shifted. The projected new balance in Congress threatens to constrain Trump's legislative plans over the next two years and gives Democrats a stronger hand in setting Washington's agenda.
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