Democrats are celebrating after regaining control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives in the midterm elections. While Donald Trump has expressed disappointment over the results, former President Barack Obama has welcomed his party’s success. In a social media message, Obama criticized the current administration and urged Democrats to “prevent further damage.”
Democrats secured a significant victory in the midterm elections, winning Senate races in several states traditionally associated with Republican support, including Texas, Kansas, South Carolina, Ohio, Maine, and Iowa.
The party also regained control of the House of Representatives for the first time since 2023.
Although the midterms carried important consequences for voters across the country, this year’s elections also became a major test of public opinion surrounding Donald Trump and his presidency.
The results delivered a significant setback for the Republican Party and its leadership.
Before Election Day, Trump had actively campaigned for Republican candidates, encouraging supporters to turn out and reminding them to think of him when casting their ballots, even though he was not personally running.
Following the Democrats’ strong performance, Trump responded on his Truth Social account, defending himself by claiming that if his name had been on the ballot, “we would have won IN A LANDSLIDE!”
Donald Trump Breaks Silence Amid Republican Midterm Defeat
Speaking to Fox News after the election results emerged, Trump acknowledged that he had expected Republicans to perform better.
“I thought they’d do better, we had tremendous rallies. I thought that I could transfer those people into candidates,” Trump said during the interview.
He also congratulated Democrats on their victory, acknowledging that they “did a good job.”
However, Trump appeared to signal that Democrats could face resistance as they attempt to advance their legislative priorities.
During the election night coverage, he shared a picture on Truth Social showing a red baseball cap featuring the word “Veto.” The post appeared to suggest that he could use his presidential veto power against legislation passed by a Democratic-controlled Congress.
Meanwhile, Democrats had plenty of reasons to celebrate their election victories.
Trump was not the only former or current president who had campaigned for candidates during the midterms. Former President Barack Obama also threw his support behind Democratic candidates, including Abdul El-Sayed, whom Trump had repeatedly criticized and referred to as a “jihadist,” among other remarks.
Obama publicly endorsed El-Sayed and campaigned alongside him on October 24 at Cass Technical High School in Detroit, Michigan. During the event, he encouraged voters to support El-Sayed in his Senate campaign.
Barack Obama Hits Out at Donald Trump
Abdul El-Sayed secured a historic victory in Michigan, defeating Republican candidate Mike Rogers in the Senate race. According to the supplied report, his win made him the first Muslim senator in U.S. history.
Obama undoubtedly had reason to celebrate that result, while the Democrats’ projected victories in both chambers of Congress added further significance to the election night.
After the results became clear, Obama shared a lengthy statement on social media, describing the outcome as a “clear message” about how Americans feel about their country’s leadership and the current political climate.
The former president also used the opportunity to criticize Trump and his administration.
“Tonight, the American people sent a clear message — they want a politics that brings people together rather than divides them, and leaders who offer concrete solutions to the challenges they face,” Obama wrote.
He continued by recognizing the candidates whose campaigns contributed to the party’s success.
“These results were only possible because outstanding candidates stepped forward in every region of the country — including in areas once considered long shots.”
“They came from different backgrounds and represented a range of political perspectives, but were united by shared values, a belief in public service, and a commitment to putting the people of their districts and states first.”
“We Have the Power”
Obama also praised the thousands of election officials and volunteers from both political parties who helped organize and oversee the voting process.
He described their efforts as an important contribution to democracy, recognizing the work involved in carrying out elections across the country.
“While this administration has another two years in office, our job now is to roll up our sleeves, make changes wherever we have the power to do so, prevent further damage, and lay the groundwork for the future,” he added.
Tonight, the American people sent a clear message — they want a politics that brings people together rather than divides them, and leaders who offer concrete solutions to the challenges they face.
These results were only possible because outstanding candidates stepped forward in every region of the country — including in areas once considered long shots. They came from different backgrounds and represented a range of political perspectives, but were united by shared values, a belief in public service, and a commitment to putting the people of their districts and states first.
We also owe a debt of gratitude to the thousands of election officials and volunteers from both parties who helped ensure a smooth election and carried out one of the most essential functions of our democracy.
While this administration has another two years in office, our job now is to roll up our sleeves, make changes wherever we have the power to do so, prevent further damage, and lay the groundwork for the future.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) November 4, 2026
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