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The story so far · 6 days, November 4 to 9, 2026
One Turn followed this story across 6 editions, from Washington, D.C., United States on November 4, 2026. Newest first.
Democrats won Congress in November.
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Trump told CBS the deportation policy was too tough. He also alleged fraud in the midterms without evidence. He named Stephen Miller chief of staff.
Why it matters: Trump's tone shifts after Republican losses.
Sources: El País, BBC News, Le Figaro · See it on the globe
President Trump said in a CBS interview that his deportation policy may have been 'too tough' after Republicans lost control of Congress. He said he is open to an immigration deal with Democrats and that some have already called him. Trump also vowed a political comeback. Incoming Democratic leaders plan investigations of his administration. Trump called the requests 'extortion', and the Justice Department said it could probe lawmakers.
Why it matters: A divided Congress will shape US immigration, trade and foreign policy for the next two years.
Sources: The Straits Times, France 24, The Hindu · See it on the globe
Democrats won the House and flipped the Senate in the midterm elections, and their gains grew as counting continued. Abdul El-Sayed won a Senate seat in Michigan and will be the first Muslim senator. Democrats say they will focus on living costs and investigate the administration. Trump replaced chief of staff Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller, the architect of his immigration policy.
Why it matters: Divided government will shape US spending, tariffs, immigration and foreign policy for the rest of Trump's term.
Sources: France 24, The Guardian, The Hindu · See it on the globe
President Trump announced that Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff. Wiles will move to a political role. Miller is a longtime adviser known for his hardline immigration policies. Democrats criticized the choice, and Senator Chuck Schumer said Trump learned nothing from the election. Marjorie Taylor Greene warned the shake-up would hurt Republicans in 2028.
Why it matters: The top White House staff job shapes how the administration deals with a Congress now controlled by Democrats.
Sources: The Guardian, Japan Times, Al Jazeera · See it on the globe
Vice President JD Vance said the Iran war cost Republicans control of Congress. Trump also pointed to the war and said Iran could take 25 years to rebuild. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, a strong backer of the war, said he will not back down. Israel's UN ambassador rejected Vance's claim. Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied reports that he plans to resign.
Why it matters: Doubts inside the US government about the Iran war could affect oil prices and security across the Gulf.
Sources: BBC News, Japan Times, The Straits Times · See it on the globe
Trump said the war with Iran largely caused the Republican defeat, but said he had to launch it. Vice President JD Vance had earlier blamed the war for the losses.
Why it matters: Whether the US resumes or ends the war affects oil prices and security across the Middle East.
Sources: Al Jazeera, CBS News, The Hindu · See it on the globe