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Why the Democrats routed the Republicans in the US midterm elections

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Briefings

US voters defeated President Donald Trump and his MAGA movement in the midterm elections, securing Democratic control over Congress. Polls indicate that rising anger about the cost-of-living crisis, partly driven by the president's decision to launch a US-Israeli war on Iran, was a crucial factor in this historic victory.

Key points

• Democrats secured control over Congress in the US midterm elections on Tuesday.
• Polls suggest rising anger about the cost-of-living crisis, partly due to the US-Israeli war on Iran, helped Democrats win.

Context

This finding represents a historic shift in US political power, with polls indicating the cost-of-living crisis and the US-Israeli war on Iran were key drivers for the Democratic victory.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single Tuesday snapshot from 2026. Polls suggest the war on Iran and cost-of-living crisis were crucial factors, but specific voter turnout numbers, exact polling margins, and long-term impact projections are not provided.

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