Politics
Democrats surge in early midterm counts as Trump vows veto power
November 4, 2026 at 02:29 AM
Americans voted Tuesday to decide control of Congress for the final two years of Donald Trump's presidency, with Democrats leading early tallies.
- Polling stations closed in 14 states and Washington DC by 8pm ET Tuesday, with remaining states closing through the night.
- Early Associated Press projections showed Democrats leading Republicans by roughly 57-28 in House races and 45-34 in Senate contests.
- Trump said in a CBS News interview Wednesday that he would veto Democratic legislation if they win Congress and welcomed the nickname "Mr. Veto."
- Exit polls by AP and CNN found 75% of voters angry or dissatisfied with the direction of the country.





