US midterms: Democrats retake Congress as press speaks of a "blue tsunami"
Democrats have retaken control of Congress in the US midterm elections. American newspapers describe the result as anything from a repudiation of President Donald Trump to a "blue tsunami".
The Democratic Party has regained control of the US Congress in the midterm elections, which are held halfway through a presidential term. The Republican Party, known as the GOP, has lost power in the legislature, and President Donald Trump will spend his final two years in office under a changed political balance.
The reaction of the American press on Wednesday, November 4, was covered in a press review by the French international news channel France 24. Headlines vary: some describe the outcome as a "repudiation" of Trump, while others speak of a "blue tsunami", blue being the Democrats' colour. One paper says Democrats have "pummelled" the GOP out of power.
Historic firsts and the blame game
Local newspapers also highlight historic firsts achieved in the elections. The source does not specify them.
Alongside the celebrations, a blame game over the result is already under way. Papers are also weighing what the outcome means for the remaining two years of Trump's time in office.
