https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-china-may-be-more-aggressive-if-they-feel-trump-is-on-his-way-out-brookingsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-china-may-be-more-aggressive-if-they-feel-trump-is-on-his-way-out-brookingshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-china-may-be-more-aggressive-if-they-feel-trump-is-on-his-way-out-brookings#u184957Sun, 08 Nov 2026 00:57:17 +0000Russia and China may become more aggressive if they perceive US President Donald Trump as politically weakened and on his way out after Democrats won control of both the House and Senate in the midterm elections.Why it mattersThe midterm elections have raised concerns among world leaders about the potential implications of a lame-duck Trump presidency. A weakened Trump could embolden countries like Russia and China to take more aggressive actions. The international community is watching the situation closely, with some leaders expressing relief mixed with caution.What is confirmedRussia and Ch