Politics

Democratic victory in Congress leads to political gridlock for Trump administration

Opposition control of the legislature limits the White House's spending capacity and reduces political risk premiums, creating a scenario of legislative paralysis until 2028.

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Published November 5, 2026, 06:02 (Brasília time) · 2 min read

Donald Trump speaks at a political rally, holding a hat with 'USA' written on it, with supporters and US flags in the background. — Donald Trump at a political rally following the legislative elections. Photo: Reprodução/G1

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The essentials of this story

What happened: The Democratic Party has taken control of the House and Senate, limiting Donald Trump's ability to govern.
Who is affected: The Donald Trump administration and the American financial market.
What changes: The White House will face increased oversight and difficulties in passing its legislative agenda, becoming dependent on negotiations or the use of vetoes.

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