President Donald Trump spent his first post-election appearance touting the White House ballroom under construction. He said little about Republicans losing Congress.
Why it matters: Democrats regained both chambers, including wins in longtime Republican areas like Texas. Exit polls showed broad voter concern about Trump and prices.
Where they split: Coverage divides over whether Trump's ballroom focus is routine presidential business or a sign he is avoiding the election results.
Center coverage, 10 sources: The center sees a president focused on his ballroom while his party absorbs a sweeping defeat over cost of living.
Left coverage, 11 sources: The left sees Trump bragging about renovations while sidestepping his party's losses and Vance's view that the Iran war cost Republicans.
Right coverage, 4 sources: The right sees Trump celebrating a project he says is ahead of schedule, even as Republicans reckon with heavy losses.
What’s next: Incoming Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer vowed to halt Trump's agenda with what he called legislative razor wire.
