A major political power shift is unfolding in Washington as Democrats sweep to take control of the US House of Representatives in the 2026 midterm elections. Republicans have struggled to defend their narrow majority, while Democrats have flipped several key battleground districts. The results mark a significant setback for President Donald Trump and his Republican allies. Affordability concerns, the economic impact of tariffs and the ongoing Iran conflict have emerged as major issues shaping the political battle. Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries is now poised to make history as he eyes the Speaker's gavel. If elected, he would become the first African American Speaker of the US House.

A political storm has erupted over AISA leader Neha Bora's remarks praising Bangladesh's Gen-Z movement. In an interview, Bora said the student-led movement had shown young activists in India a way forward. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari has accused Bora of making an “open admission of regime change” and called her Rahul Gandhi's “poster girl”. The BJP has linked her remarks to the opposition's political agenda. The controversy has intensified after Rahul Gandhi marched alongside Bora and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra during an opposition protest in New Delhi. Bora also attended an INDIA bloc meeting at Gandhi's residence.