Democrats have won control of Congress in the US midterm elections, flipping Republican strongholds including Texas, Kansas and South Carolina, according to an AFP report carried by Malay Mail on Wednesday (November 4).
Notable results
In Michigan, Democrat Abdul El-Sayed claimed victory in the Senate race early on November 4 and is set to become the first Muslim US senator, Malay Mail reported. A photograph from Austin, Texas, showed supporters of Democratic Senate candidate and Texas state Representative James Talarico watching results at a watch party on election night.
Reactions
Another AFP report said Europe is relieved by what it called a stunning rout of Republicans, which left President Donald Trump weakened, while remaining wary of what follows. Iran's top negotiator, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said Americans had voted 'NO TO WAR' in a midterm landslide and that Iran endorsed it. A further analysis headline on November 5 said a lame-duck Trump could still cause a flap after the defeat.
Caution on figures
The excerpts reviewed do not include final seat counts for the House or Senate, and results and projections can change as counting is completed and races are certified. Readers should check the Associated Press and other established agencies for official tallies.
The outcome is expected to shape US policy debates on the economy, immigration and the war with Iran, with knock-on effects for oil prices and global markets.
Sources: Malay Mail (AFP) - Democrats win control of Congress | Malay Mail (AFP) - El-Sayed claims Michigan Senate win | Malay Mail (AFP) - Europe relieved by Republicans' midterm bashing | Malay Mail (AFP) - Iran's top negotiator on 'NO TO WAR' vote
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