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US voters swung toward Democrats amid anger over petrol prices, tariffs and the Iran war, which could shape Gulf oil and security ties.
US: "Even in places where the Democrats haven't won, the swing towards them has been significant"
In simple terms
Tens of millions of Americans cast their vote in the polls that have been described as a referendum on Donald Trump's presidency amid anger at rising petrol prices, tariffs and the Iran war. We discuss the first results with France 24's Kethevane Gorjestani and Fraser Jackson.
Why it matters for the Gulf
- US midterm voters swung toward Democrats over petrol prices, tariffs and Iran war.
- A Congress hostile to Trump could shift US policy on Iran and tariffs.
- Gulf oil revenue and regional security could face uncertainty from US policy shifts.
Earlier coverage
Earlier coverage on GreyNews
- Trump says US still has to ‘take care’ of one or two targets in IranNov 1, 2026 · Arab News
- Sanctioned Iran-Linked Tankers Went Dark Over Gulf of Oman Cables as the IRGC Threatened ThemOct 30, 2026 · Hellenic Shipping News
- Netanyahu govt has 'attacked' Israeli judicial system, Supreme Court and democratic institutionsOct 27, 2026 · France 24
- In the wreckage of World Cup blowouts, hope is where you find itOct 23, 2026 · ABC News Australia
- Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall says the Ukraine war, not the Iran war, has caused high diesel prices - AP NewsOct 22, 2026 · Associated Press
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