By Basant El-Faramawy
House Speaker Mike Johnson will not run for reelection as the Republican leader in the House following Democrats' sweeping victory in Tuesday's midterm elections, according to an Associated Press source. The decision comes as Democrats prepare to take control of Congress, promising to address high living costs and challenge President Donald Trump during his final years in office.
Divided Government Ahead
The midterm results established a new period of divided government, with Democrats ousting Republicans nationwide and in many unexpected districts. Voters turned away from the president's party, seeking a different direction. President Trump reportedly remained in his private White House residence as results rolled in, with aides describing a somber mood. Trump later blamed candidates and posted an image of a red "VETO" hat on social media.
