Will Democratic control of Congress change Trump’s Middle East policy?

Arab News · Jonathan Gornall · 2026-11-04 21:03 UTC

Will Democratic control of Congress change Trump’s Middle East policy?

- Democratic victories in both chambers give Congress new powers to challenge Trump’s Iran war but presidential authority remains formidable

- Experts say president could launch fresh strikes before January, while others see an opportunity for diplomacy and regional stability

LONDON: As it became clear that the Democrats had taken control of both branches of Congress in this week’s midterms, US President Donald Trump struck a conciliatory tone when he called into Fox News late on Tuesday night.

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