Democrats Take Congress: What's Next for the Economy and Your Money? What You Need To Know - Weekend

TNC News
Nov 7, 2026

Rachel Scott examines how voter frustration over the economy, inflation and the rising cost of living helped drive Democrats' sweeping midterm election victories, and what their new majority in Congress could mean for Americans and their finances. From health care and Medicaid to taxes, food assistance and gas prices, Democrats are preparing to push for major policy changes under President Trump. Plus, growing backlash against A.I. data centers rattles Wall Street amid concerns about jobs, and the latest employment report offers a brighter economic picture. Two Senate races remain undecided in Alaska and Mississippi, along with historic Democratic victories in Texas and more headlines you need to know this weekend.

00:24: ELECTION ECONOMIC IMPACT: As the election is just about over the cost of living proves to be a major challenge.
02:02: TAXES AND HEALTH CARE: The shift in power in Washington could have a direct impact on household budgets.
04:18: ELECTION RESULTS LATEST: Two Senate races are still hanging in the balance as vote counting continues in Mississippi and Alaska.
05:51: TRUMP REACTION: President Trump appeared more focused on his own projects than the election results.
06:30: ENERGY DRINKS: New research released by the American Heart Association links energy drinks to reports of serious heart events.
06:56: BOB DYLAN: Legendary singer-songwriter and poet Bob Dylan was granted an audience with Pope Leo at the Apostolic palace.
07:15: RONALDO RETIRES: Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international soccer.
07:48: ROBIN AND GEORGE STARS: Our own Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos have been honored with stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.