Democrats win control of Senate as US voters reject Trump’s agenda

What happened: Democrats regained control of the US Senate in the midterm elections, with Republicans routed nationwide. Why it matters: The content states Democrats will gain leverage to hold up Trump's legislative agenda and his appointments to the cabinet and federal judiciary, including the supreme court. Key numbers: Conservatives hold a 6-3 majority on the supreme court. Coverage: 6 outlets in 24h

Democrats regained control of the US Senate in the midterm elections, with Republicans routed nationwide.

The content states Democrats will gain leverage to hold up Trump's legislative agenda and his appointments to the cabinet and federal judiciary, including the supreme court. Key numbers: Conservatives hold a 6-3 majority on the supreme court.