US midterm results weaken Trump politically but are unlikely to change hardline US trade, China and technology policies.
What the US midterms mean for Malaysia and Asia

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The US midterm results give Democrats control of Congress, but Trump remains powerful with veto powers, affecting US foreign policy unpredictability for Malaysia and Asia.
- Democrats control both houses of Congress, but Trump retains significant veto power.
- American foreign policy remains unpredictable despite the shift in congressional control.
- Trump's executive powers limit the Democrats' ability to override his decisions.
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