The Democrats are leading in the US midterm elections according to preliminary data, they win at least 232 seats in the House of Representatives compared to 139 for the Republicans. In the Senate, Democrats have 54 seats, Republicans 44. Donald Trump admitted that he was surprised by the result of his party and congratulated the Democrats on their so-called victory. He said he was willing to work with them on a variety of issues, including immigration reform, but warned he was willing to use his veto power against their bills.