The Consequences of the U.S. Midterm Elections
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(af)Magt - (dis)Power in English - is a series of events created by the Foreign Policy Society U35 (Det Udenrigspolitiske Selskab U35), UCPH Geopolitics, and the University Library in Fiolstræde. The series aims to prepare you for a confusing period in world history. (af)Magt takes place in a truly unique setting: the beautiful old University Library in Fiolstræde.
In the third event in the (af)Magt series, we take a close look at the question: What do the results of the U.S. midterm elections mean for Trump 2.0?
The event takes place in the wake of the U.S. midterm elections on November 3, 2026, which could potentially determine the balance of power in Congress for the remainder of Trump’s term.
Historically, the incumbent president’s party loses ground in midterm elections—but what would a potential Democratic majority in the House of Representatives or the Senate mean for Trump’s ability to pursue his policies? And what do the results mean for Europe, Denmark, and transatlantic relations? We’ll be joined by a panel that can provide insight into the background, results, and consequences of the election—from both American and European perspectives.
Meet our panel:
- Emil Sondaj Hansen - Analyst at Think Tank EUROPA and author of the book "Attack on Harvard"; former student at the Harvard Kennedy School on the Crown Prince Frederik Scholarship.
- Frederik Hjorth - Associate Professor of Political Science
- Sidsel Nyholm: Foreign News Editor at Kristeligt Dagblad with experience as US correspondent for Kristeligt Dagblad from 2006 - 2022.
Moderator: Felipe Branner, vice president in Danish Foreign Policy Society youth department, DUS U35.