
With the Democrats' election success, harsh critics of Israel have moved into the Senate and House of Representatives. Traditional support from the USA is dwindling.
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The 2026 midterm elections resulted in an electoral victory for the Democrats, which changed the composition of the US Congress.
Midterms in the USA What Trump's defeat means for Israel
With the Democrats' election success, harsh critics of Israel have moved into the Senate and House of Representatives. Traditional support from the USA is dwindling. This even offers opportunities.
By Muriel Kalisch, Jerusalem
November 6th, 2026, 3:21 p.m

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