From Immigration To Trade And Wars: What The Democratic Midterm Victory Means For America

Donald Trump has been midterm-inated. A sweeping electoral demolition has cost his party both chambers of Congress, breached Republican strongholds and cut a president accustomed to getting his way, down to size. He stands diminished, there can be no doubt. Democrats now have the numbers to block legislation, challenge appointments and investigate his administration. After two years of Republican control, Congress can finally impose meaningful checks. But diminished does not mean powerless. The American presidency remains a uniquely powerful office. And Donald Trump will occupy it for another two years till 2029. Will this verdict force him to negotiate? Or provoke an angrier president, reaching more often for executive power? For Americans, what happens to prices, immigration and the bitter divisions within their country? For the world, what happens to wars, alliances and trade? And for India, does a chastened Trump mean less bullying, or simply a more unpredictable partner? America has delivered its verdict. Tonight, we examine what Trump does with it, and what that means for all of us.