2006 Presidential election

The 2006 U.S. presidential election took place in November, but it was actually a midterm election, not a presidential race. It determined control of Congress, where the Democratic Party gained a significant majority in both the House and Senate, signaling a shift in political momentum. President George W. Bush, a Republican, sought to maintain his party’s influence, but the results reflected public dissatisfaction with the Iraq War and other issues. The election underscored the importance of congressional power in shaping policy and set the stage for future political developments leading up to the 2008 presidential race.