US Midterm Results: Voter Anger Over Inflation, Tariffs And Iran War Hits Trump And Republicans

The 2026 US midterm elections have delivered a stunning political setback to Donald Trump, with Democrats winning control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Making significant gains in traditionally Republican states, Democrats have turned the elections into a major test of Trump's leadership. Rising living costs, inflation, tariffs and the unpopular war with Iran appear to have fuelled voter anger. The results also mark historic milestones in American representation and raise questions about Trump's political influence, the future of the Republican Party and a possible Democratic resurgence.