By Islam El-Sakka
Democrats have won control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate in the 2026 midterm elections, according to live results. The victories position House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to become the first Black speaker in U.S. history.
Jeffries set to make history
Jeffries, who has led the House Democratic caucus, would break a historic barrier as the first African American to hold the speaker's gavel. His elevation reflects the party's new majority in the lower chamber.
Trump responds with veto threat
Former President Donald Trump reacted to the Democratic sweep by threatening to wield his veto power against legislation passed by the new Congress, signaling a confrontational stance toward the incoming majority.
