Democrats' Midterm Blowout, Trump Blames Candidates For Losses, Democratic Agenda

Democrats swept control of Congress with historic Senate victories in Texas, South Carolina and Kansas, giving the party new momentum even as its broader brand remains unpopular.
President Trump’s hand-picked candidates suffered major losses, leaving Republicans to wrestle with how closely to stay tied to him as he prepares for two years of divided government.
Democratic control of the House and Senate will give the party new power to block Trump nominees and launch investigations, with Hakeem Jeffries poised to become the first Black Speaker of the House.

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(0:00) Introduction
(01:55) Democrats' Midterm Blowout
(05:20) Trump Blames Candidates For Losses
(09:12) Democratic Agenda

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