A Democratic blue wave has swept across America, handing the party control of Congress and overturning historic Republican strongholds. Voters cite rising living costs and shrinking household budgets as reasons for change. In Texas, James Talarico claims a landmark Senate victory after campaigning against US funding for Israel, potentially setting up a clash with pro-Israel Democrats. Iran's parliament speaker says the result reflects American fatigue with endless wars, although ordinary Iranians remain sceptical that Washington's foreign policy will change.