What a democratic win could mean for Trump's presidency | DW News
DW News · Published on October 17, 2026
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The fight for control of Congress is entering its final stretch ahead of the November 3 midterm elections. Polls suggest Democrats are well positioned to challenge Republican majorities as voter frustration over inflation and the cost of living weighs on President Donald Trump and his party. Could the election become a referendum on Trump's presidency? We discuss what's at stake with William Galston, Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution and former Clinton administration adviser. #midterms #usa #trump #republicans #democrats #dwnews 00:00 The campaign heats up two weeks before the midterms 02:02 William Galston from the Brookings Institution on the state of play 04:49 How early voting could change the game 07:00 Trump: a vote-winner or a liability for Republicans? 11:45 Why Trump waived sanctions on Russia 14:00 What could happen if the Democrats gain control of Congress 16:21 Could there be another January 6? For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews ►Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/DWNews/ Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1