Republicans Win Big: What’s Next for Congress and the Nation?

Republicans have hung onto their seat in the House of Representatives, securing their power grasp on Washington. With wins in California and Arizona, the Republicans now control both houses of Congress. This means big changes could be on the way, ranging from tax cuts to tougher immigration laws. But what does this mean for the future of America? The incoming President, Trump, is no stranger to power. He's already got a supportive Court on his side due to a recent ruling. Over the next four years, he could reshape the Court even further. And with his loyal team in place, he might face fewer obstacles than before. For the Republicans, it's a victory after a tumultuous time in the House. Speaker Mike Johnson struggled to keep the peace among party members. With the White House also in Republican hands, unity might get easier. But there are still challenges ahead, like filling vacancies left by Cabinet appointments. Democrats, on the other hand, have lost their ground. They'll now have to rethink their strategy for the next midterm elections. They made some gains in competitive seats, but Trump's victory limited their advance. The election wasn't over in a day. Counts stretched out in various states like California and Arizona. But as the final votes rolled in, the Republicans came out on top. Johnson, who rose to Speaker after internal party turmoil, wants to build on this win. He's committed to delivering on conservative policies together with the Senate and the new Trump Administration. But there's a looming challenge: raising the government's borrowing limit.