U.S Midterms 2026: Could Trump’s Biggest Political Threat Become India’s Advantage? | Explained

Описание: The 2026 US midterms could create an unexpected paradox for India. Democrats are currently favoured to retake the House, raising the possibility of a divided Congress and greater legislative resistance to Donald Trump’s sweeping trade and tariff policies.

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For New Delhi, this could be significant. India’s relationship with Washington has become increasingly transactional, with tariffs, Russia sanctions, Pakistan and terrorism creating new friction. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has openly voiced concerns over Washington’s approach, even as bipartisan lawmakers continue to describe India as strategically important.

A Democratic House would not necessarily mean a more India-friendly America. Democrats have their own differences with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on democracy, human rights and nationalism. And on Russia, bipartisan support for tougher sanctions means India should expect continued pressure.

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