[News Hunters]

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■ Broadcast: SBS News Hunters (Monday to Friday, 18:50 – 19:50)
■ Anchors: Kim Jong-won, Yoon Tae-jin
■ Guests: Lee Hyun-sik (SBS Reporter), Huh Jun-young (Professor of Economics, Sogang University)
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The Democratic Party is sweeping the first midterm elections of Donald Trump's second term. As vote counting continues, the Democrats have recaptured the House of Representatives and are also poised to secure a majority in the Senate. With a Democratic candidate winning even in Texas, traditionally considered a conservative stronghold, some are describing the outcome as beyond a blue wave and calling it a "blue tsunami."

President Trump, who initially stated he would accept the election results and cooperate with the Democrats, simultaneously posted messages on social media hinting at the potential use of his veto power.

We examine the impact that the midterm election results will have on the U.S. economy, South Korea's economy, and the geopolitical situation on the Korean Peninsula.

※ Full details are available in the video.