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The United States held midterm elections on November 3. According to many American media predictions, the Democratic Party won a resounding victory and regained control of the Senate and House of Representatives. The Clintons sent congratulatory messages after the election, while Trump commented on the Republican loss.
China News Service, November 5th. Former US Democratic President Clinton and his wife and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton posted on social media on November 4th to congratulate the Democratic Party on its victory in the midterm elections. "Congratulations to my colleagues in the Democratic Party who have been elected across the United States," Clinton said.
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In the statement, Clinton said: "The American people have given us a clear direction: Put the needs of the people above the chaos and corruption brought about by Washington. That means helping families cope with cost-of-living pressures and protecting people's health care. It means ending pointless wars and tariffs that drive up prices. It means getting the national debt under control..."
Clinton also said: "Yesterday's victory gives us the opportunity and responsibility to rebuild trust. We should reach out to those representatives who did not vote for us with humility and determination, rather than clenched fists. I have always believed that we can do better when we work together. Now, the American people have given us another opportunity to prove it. Let us make the most of this opportunity."
Hillary posted: "Last night, the American people clearly expressed their demands for accountability and a lower burden of life...American families should be able to live a prosperous life, not just make ends meet. Every child should have the opportunity to reach their full potential. The American Dream should not be just an unattainable phantom. Democrats can achieve these goals and do more."
According to predictions by many American media, the Democratic Party of the United States won a resounding victory in the midterm elections held on the 3rd, regaining control of the Senate and House of Representatives.
U.S. President Trump said on the evening of the 3rd local time that the Iran war was one of the reasons for the Republican Party’s general defeat in the midterm elections. But he insisted he did not regret launching the war earlier this year.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Democrats will use control of Congress to push health care and cost-of-living legislation
Likely · Within months
Trump administration will face more constraints from Democratic-controlled Congress
Likely · Within months

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