Key Pentagon priorities in peril after Democratic sweep

The Democratic sweep in Tuesday's election could jeopardize several of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's top Pentagon initiatives, including the controversial Golden Dome project. The surprise wins, especially in the Deep South, make it unlikely that Republicans will maintain the simple-majority funding mechanism needed for these ambitious national security programs. This shift in political control is a significant setback for the Trump administration's defense priorities and could lead to investigations or funding cuts for these projects.