The first polls have opened in the US elections... What will happen if Trump loses?

If Democrats control the Senate, another problem arises for Trump.

In the USA, the president cannot appoint every senior government official on his own, as in Türkiye. Senate approval is required to appoint ministers, federal judges and some important government officials.

For example, when Trump chooses a new minister, the Democrat-dominated Senate may reject that name.

More importantly, if a seat becomes vacant on the Supreme Court, the highest judicial body in the United States, Trump's nominee could be blocked from being confirmed.

In such a case, the appointment could wait until the 2028 presidential elections if political consensus cannot be reached.

POSSIBILITY OF 'POLITICAL DEADLINE'

If Trump's party loses even one house of Congress, it could become much more difficult to pass new laws.

Because in the USA, approval of both the House of Representatives and the Senate is required for a law to be passed.

Consider that the ruling party in Türkiye lost its parliamentary majority and the opposition was able to stop many of the government's legislative proposals.

Trump's plans on taxes, budget, immigration and the economy may face similar obstacles.

There could even be a government shutdown that temporarily shuts down some federal public services if an agreement on the budget is not reached.

Trump is left with two options:

Negotiating with Democrats or abandoning some of their projects.