The Democratic Party managed to seize control of the House of Representatives and the Senate in the US midterm elections held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in a political shift that could affect relations between the United States, Denmark, and the European Union during the remaining two years of President Donald Trump's term, at a time when Denmark and the rest of Europe are following political developments in Washington, especially with regard to Greenland, trade, and European security.
The elections also witnessed a historic event represented by the victory of Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed for the Michigan state seat, making him the first Muslim elected to the US Senate in American history, despite the large sums allocated by AIPAC, which reached $42 million according to American sources, for campaigns against Abdul El-Sayed.
These results come amid the largest decline in the popularity of US President Donald Trump among Americans, especially in light of the Israeli war on Gaza and the war on Iran and the repercussions of this on the American economy, fuel prices and social and health services that affect the average American citizen on a daily basis, which enabled or contributed to the success of his progressive opponents from the Democratic Party.
Danish politicians celebrate election results American
Several Danish politicians reacted this morning to the fact that the Democrats had secured a majority in both the Senate and the House of Representatives, according to TV2.
هنأت رئيسة حزب SF.بيا أولسن داير الأمريكيين على الانتخابات عبر حسابها على إنستغرام، ووصفت ذلك الصباح بأنه صباح مليء بالأمل. كما كتب بيلي دراغستيد ، الزعيم السياسي لحزب الوحدة، على موقع X : “تهانينا للولايات المتحدة الأمريكية. تهانينا لنا جميعًا. لقد خسر ترامب والمليارديرات. وانتصر الشعب. لا يمكن المبالغة في أهمية هذا الأمر. نشهد اليوم نهاية حركة “لنجعل أمريكا عظيمة مجددًا” ونهاية حكم ترامب.” وكتبت منى جول، رئيسة حزب الشعب المحافظ، على موقع X : “يخسر ترامب. ويحصل الديمقراطيون على أغلبية في مجلسي الكونغرس. والأهم من ذلك: أن ترامب قد اعترف بنتائج الانتخابات. سيكون يوم أربعاء سعيداً.”
وكتبت كريستيل شالديموس (من الحزب الاشتراكي الديمقراطي) ، نائبة رئيس البرلمان الأوروبي، في صحيفة إكس أنها “متفائلة بحذر بشأن أوروبا”.
The Confederation of Danish Industry explains the impact of the elections on trade.
The Danish Confederation of Industry (Dansk Industri), in an analysis published after the US elections, asserted that the transfer of control of both houses of Congress to the Democrats would not automatically lead to the cancellation of tariffs or changes to existing trade agreements between the United States and its partners.
The union explained that US President Donald Trump still enjoys broad powers in trade policy, although the new Democratic majority may limit his ability to pass some legislation related to taxes, energy, climate and budgets.
These developments are of particular importance to Danish companies that rely on the US market for exports and investment, as actual US trade decisions will remain the deciding factor in determining the impact of the election results on their activities.
Danish Foreign Minister links Trump's Greenland comments to the election
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen commented on Donald Trump’s recent remarks suggesting that the United States had gained broad control over Greenland under the new security agreement.
In statements carried by Danish media on Tuesday, November 3, Lars Løkke Rasmussen said that Donald Trump’s statements came in the context of his election campaign and his attempts to rally support for the Republican Party.
Lars Løkke Rasmussen confirmed that the parties negotiating the agreement are fully aware of its content, noting that there is satisfaction with the agreement among the parties involved.
Denmark, Greenland and the United States signed an agreement in September 2026 to enhance security cooperation in the Arctic, while emphasizing respect for the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark and the right of the people of Greenland to self-determination.
Greenland's parliament approved the agreement on Tuesday, November 3, while the Danish parliament is preparing to debate it on November 12, before a vote scheduled for November 19.
Democratic control of Congress may give Denmark an opportunity to broaden its contacts with US lawmakers on the future of security cooperation in Greenland, rather than monopolizing communication with Donald Trump's camp.
First Muslim elected to the US Senate
The media paid special attention to the victory of Democrat Abdul El-Sayed as a historic win in Michigan over his Republican rival Mike Rogers, making him the first Muslim elected to the US Senate.
Abdullah El-Sayed is 42 years old and worked as a physician in the public health sector. He campaigned on a platform that focused on reducing the cost of living, expanding healthcare, and limiting the influence of large corporations on American politics.
Abdel Rahman El-Sayed's positions on the war in Gaza and US military support for Israel also sparked controversy during the election campaign, as he criticized Israeli policies and called for a halt to US military aid to Israel.
The election of Abdul Rahman El-Sayed represents a precedent in the political representation of Muslims within the US Senate, which has never before had a Muslim candidate elected to its membership, despite the presence of Muslim members in the House of Representatives during the past years.
A right-wing Danish politician welcomes the Democrats' victory
Jens-Kristian Lütken, Copenhagen's mayor for health and elderly care and a member of the center-right Venstre party, welcomed the results of the US elections, saying they give the European Union a chance to catch its breath.
Jens Christian Lötken’s position came in his capacity as the national president of the Danish European Movement (Europabevægelsen), which issued a press release on Wednesday morning, November 4.
Jens Christian Lütken explained that Democratic control of Congress could allow them to use budgetary powers to limit some of Donald Trump’s trade and international policies, which could ease pressure on the European Union.
Jens Christian Lötken had traveled to the United States to follow the elections and participated in a campaign event for Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in Georgia.
Jens Christian Lötken’s position reflects the paradox and difference in political alignments between Europe and the United States, as the Danish politician’s affiliation with the center-right did not necessarily prevent him from supporting the American Republican Party, which is known for its center-left orientation towards left-wing and progressive policies, as the Danish politician focuses on issues related to European interests.
Europe is anticipating changes in trade and security.
The election results could affect trade and defense relations between the United States and the European Union, especially after recent disputes over tariffs, defense spending, and the future of cooperation within NATO.
The new majority gives Democrats greater power to monitor the decisions of Donald Trump’s administration and to influence legislation and budgets, but it does not strip the US president of his powers in managing foreign policy.
For Denmark, the Greenland issue, defense cooperation, and trade with the United States will remain among the most prominent issues that could be affected by the relationship between the White House and the new Congress.
The newly elected Congress is scheduled to begin its term on January 3, 2027, ushering in a new phase of political equilibrium in Washington, which may affect Donald Trump's ability to implement some of his policies toward Europe during the remaining two years of his term.
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