Democratic control of Congress could complicate S. Korea's nuclear submarines, Trump-Kim summit prospects: experts

What happened: Experts said Democratic control of Congress after Tuesday's midterm landslide could complicate South Korea's push for nuclear-powered submarines and limit Trump's ability to reach a North Korea deal. Key numbers: Democrats poised to take both the House and Senate; Seoul plans a $200 billion US investment; OPCON timeline of 2030 or earlier. Why it matters: Analysts cited non-proliferation concerns and possible delays or obstruction in Congress, while questioning whether Pyongyang would gain from negotiating with a politically weakened president. Coverage: 5 outlets in 24h

Experts said Democratic control of Congress after Tuesday's midterm landslide could complicate South Korea's push for nuclear-powered submarines and limit Trump's ability to reach a North Korea deal.

Analysts cited non-proliferation concerns and possible delays or obstruction in Congress, while questioning whether Pyongyang would gain from negotiating with a politically weakened president.