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Iran conflict
JD Vance, Ron DeSantis and Ted Cruz all pointed to Iran war and affordability as key factors in Democratic victoryUS midterms 2026 live – latest updatesRepublican hopefuls in the race to succeed Donald Trump swiftly blamed two key pillars of his agenda – the Iran war and tariffs – for summoning the Democratic blue wave
Elections
With the US midterms over, Democrats are turning to what could become one of their most crowded and unpredictable presidential primaries in decades – a 2028 contest likely to expose the party's divide over how to win back the White House. FRANCE 24's International Affairs Commentator Douglas Herbert has more.
Elections
The string of sharp queries, some from voters who said they had supported him and President Donald Trump, previewed the rocky path Vance may face trying to answer for the administration's record if he runs for president himself in 2028.
Immigration
US Vice President JD Vance blamed immigration for violence during protests in France on Saturday, sharing footage of a city hall on fire and warning Americans that congressional Democrats sought a similar future for the United States. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.