Trump can no longer run for re-election: Political showdown begins in Washington

The results of the US midterm elections are reshaping the balance of power in Washington, with Democrats taking control of both chambers of Congress and posing a serious challenge to Donald Trump. Why did voters turn away from the Republicans? What political consequences could the defeat have for the Trump administration, and how will the confrontation between the White House and Congress unfold?

Trump has already declared that he is prepared to veto bills put forward by Democrats. Meanwhile, the new Congress will give Democrats the opportunity to investigate the administration’s actions and step up oversight of the president.