Trump and the potential predicament
An analysis by a Palestinian writer examining US President Donald Trump's potential predicament in the upcoming midterm congressional elections, and its impact on his domestic and foreign policies, particularly the war with Iran. The article reviews the current seat distribution in the Senate and House of Representatives, and analyzes post-election scenarios.
An analysis by Palestinian writer Prof. Dr. Walid Abd al-Hay examines the potential predicament for US President Donald Trump in the midterm congressional elections scheduled for November 2026. The article reviews the current situation in the Senate, where Republicans hold 53 seats versus 45 for Democrats, and in the House of Representatives, where Republicans hold 220 seats versus 214 for Democrats. The writer notes a decline in Trump's popularity to between 30-34% due to economic conditions and the war with Iran, making it 80-90% likely that Democrats will regain control of the House. The article analyzes post-election scenarios, including the possibility of a divided legislature, with Democrats controlling the House while Republicans retain the Senate. It discusses how these scenarios might affect the war with Iran, noting that Democrats could disrupt Trump's plans by emphasizing that he lacks congressional authorization for war. The article also addresses the role of the Jewish lobby and the Russian position.