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Netanyahu bet on Trump – but both lost
Israel’s political establishment grapples with US voter rejection of White House ally and own contribution towards it.
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![Democratic voters danced as they celebrated Abdul El-Sayed’s victory in Michigan. Al Jazeera’s Mikail Malik spoke to supporters in Detroit hailing the election of the first Muslim to the US Senate. [Al Jazeera]](https://aljazeeranews-mggx1uo47w.edgeone.app/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/image-1793807474.jpg?resize=770%2C433&quality=80)
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Trump loses control of Congress
Democrats have made historic gains in the US midterms, dealing a major setback to President Donald Trump.
Published On 4 Nov 2026
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Why is the western US still counting votes after election day?
Why is the western US still counting votes after election day?
Published On 4 Nov 2026
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How big is the Republican midterms loss, and is there a silver lining?
The Republicans haven’t been this weakened in Congress since 1990, but they did have some wins.
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Gaza volunteer Adam Hamawy wins historic US Congress seat
Egyptian-American surgeon Adam Hamawy has won New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District.
Published On 4 Nov 2026
Iran’s Khamenei warns Trump loss at polls won’t end US hostility
Iranian supreme leader says US policy won’t change amid Tehran ‘Fight Against Global Arrogance’ day rallies
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Can Democrats stop Iran war, reverse Trump’s tariffs after midterms win?
Democrats can block Trump’s legislative agenda, launch investigations but don’t have the numbers to override his veto.
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Trump admits Iran war hurt Republican vote, vows to veto ‘insane’ bills
US President Donald Trump has admitted that the war on Iran contributed to Republican losses in the midterm elections.
Published On 4 Nov 2026
America is heading for two years of constitutional brinkmanship
An unlikely mix of political bargains and constitutional confrontation will define the next two years.
Musk makes light of defeats after record spend on Republican candidates
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‘Call me senator’: How Abdul El-Sayed beat Trump’s hate to create history
The 42-year-old Democrat has defeated Republican Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim senator in the US.
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