Democrats Win Control of Both Chambers in Midterms

Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in the 2026 midterm elections, ending unified Republican control of Washington and delivering a major rebuke to President Donald Trump. Voter frustration over rising living costs, tariffs and the war with Iran featured prominently; Trump acknowledged the conflict may have contributed to Republican losses and said he was surprised by the results. The new Democratic majorities are expected to intensify scrutiny of the administration and force more compromise on legislation, though Trump retains executive powers including the veto. Democrats made notable gains in traditionally Republican states, including Texas, South Carolina and Ohio; Georgia elected Keisha Lance Bottoms as its first Black governor. Indian-American candidates Suhas Subramanyam and Pia Dandiya won House seats, and Aruna Miller was re-elected Maryland lieutenant governor. Changes to U.S. trade policy and other legislation could affect Indian exporters and bilateral ties.