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First round result was a warning against complacency, but the runoof comeback does not resolve the structural tensions facing a fourth Lula administration.
PoliticsDemocrats are likely to launch investigations into Musk's influence, including his leadership of DOGE and government contracts
PoliticsThe big question for the British government is does defeat at home make it more likely that President Trump gets angrier abroad?
PoliticsDemocratic party leaders and political analysts spoke with Morning Edition about the results of the midterm elections, the effects of mid-decade redistricting efforts, and the next steps…
PoliticsCommunity college professor unseats incumbent Republican David Valadao in seat redrawn under Prop 50 Send us your questions about the midterm results Track live results from all 50 states…
PoliticsTrump has given conflicting messages about how he might deal with Democrats in Congress after his party's resounding defeat.
PoliticsUS president rhapsodized about ballroom features for more than 20 minutes, with no mention of Democrats’ ‘blue wave’ Less than 24 hours after suffering historic party losses in the US…
PoliticsTrump Media stock and WLFI coin saw declines but he is still $2.7bn wealthier than when he won election in 2024 Donald Trump ’s wealth is falling along with his political fortunes. Tradable…
PoliticsFour weeks of flooding washed out roads and sent thousands fleeing their homes on the Navajo Reservation. But many worked hard to get to polling places and voting day became part of the…
PoliticsThe BBC's Ros Atkins looks at the state's long track record of voting Republican and what was different in this year's election.
PoliticsEven Trump seems to recognize that the relationship has become a political liability, and may never be the same Q&A: Ask your questions about Democrats’ win in the midterms Track live…
PoliticsThe US economy is built on energy prices. When people’s bills are high, they tend to vote against incumbents and their parties.
PoliticsIn remarks the day after his party flipped control of Congress, the Senate Minority Leader said voters had spoken clearly about their priorities, and said it's up to the Democratic party to…
PoliticsAfter Tuesday's bruising defeat for Republicans, House Speaker Mike Johnson will not stay on as minority leader come January.
PoliticsDemocrats can vote legislation through. But Trump still has veto power.
PoliticsDemocrats will have the ability to subpoena records and compel individuals to testify. The Epstein files, Elon Musk, the Iran war and Trump's business interests may all come under the…
PoliticsPundits are describing last night as a romp for Democrats, a rebuke of Republicans, a blue tsunami, a rout in the red states. But underneath these headlines is a quieter, parallel story…
PoliticsDemocrats and independents flooded the polls in the U.S. midterm elections, while Republicans stayed home or voted Democrat. A look at what happened — and what it might mean for Canada.
PoliticsVice-president says ‘it’s obvious to almost everyone’ that Iran war is ‘reason we lost’; Mike Johnson won’t seek House leadership role Track live results from all 50 states Full report…
PoliticsHerzog warns politicians that "not every commitment and promise can be fulfilled" if they want to avoid another election.
PoliticsThe Methodist pastor who flipped a Republican Senate seat says voters want more than political change. He tells NPR what he heard from Kansans about decency, faith and finding common ground.
PoliticsGovernment bond yields fall while initial fears ease over impact of election results on world’s biggest economy Business live – latest updates US midterm elections – live updates After US…
PoliticsRepublicans’ crushing setback will play out in stock markets, inflation, interest rates and economic growth Donald Trump’s loss of control of the House of Representatives and the Senate has…
PoliticsReported move from Republican speaker of House comes in light of party’s disastrous midterms defeat US midterms 2026 live – latest updates Tell us: what do you want to know about the…
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