Australia reassesses US ties after Trump midterm defeat, faces gridlock risk

The US midterm defeat for Trump creates uncertainty for Australia's strategic calculus, as the shift from presidential unpredictability to potential political gridlock in Washington may affect alliance reliability and policy continuity. Canberra is weighing whether the outcome brings greater certainty or new complications in US foreign policy, particularly regarding China and regional security.

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