NATO chief Ruta tells Trump to cheer up after midterms Ruta advised Trump not to hang his head following the Republican defeat. He emphasized the vital role of the US in European security, stating that NATO remains the platform where Washington displays its military power, serving European interests until they can provide similar protection independently. Preliminary results show the Democratic Party gaining a majority in both houses of Congress, with 54 seats in the Senate and 252 seats in the House of Representatives, according to the Resolution Desk headquarters.