As a result of the 1946 midterm elections,
A. Truman was emboldened by the Democrats' success and pursued his agenda of containing communism.
B. the two houses of Congress were split between Republicans and Democrats, resulting in gridlock.
C. the Democrats, benefiting from the victory in World War II and Truman's popularity, added to their majority and carried out even more New Deal reforms.
D. the Republicans took control of both houses of Congress and attempted to roll back the New Deal.
Answer: D
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