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'Hopefully things get done': Americans react to historic political shift

BBC World · 2026-11-04

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• What happened: 'Hopefully things get done': Americans react to historic political shift The BBC spoke to voters from across the US about Democrats taking control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Reactions ranged from "absolute happiness" to disappointment. Their responses reflected a range of views and what it cou... • Why it matters: This update may be relevant for Cyprus residents, visitors, businesses or policymakers. • What to watch next: Follow CyprusDailyLife for updates.

The BBC spoke to voters from across the US about Democrats taking control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Reactions ranged from "absolute happiness" to disappointment. Their responses reflected a range of views and what it could mean for the country and the remainder of Donald Trump's presidency.

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'Hopefully things get done': Americans react to historic political shift

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