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Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan race for Senate
El-Sayed bested Republican Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim senator in US history.
International Politicians React to Democrats Winning US Midterms
Nov 4 (Reuters) - Governments and politicians around the world reacted to the Democrats winning the US midterm elections, a result that could have major implications for global trade, security and energy prices. Here is a selection of the reaction: SPAIN PRIME MINISTER PEDRO SANCHEZ ON X
Watch CNN’s coverage of Election Night in 5 minutes
The 2026 midterms results have revealed a blue tsunami as Democrats take back control of Congress. CNN’s coverage over the night highlights the stunning turn of the tides for Donald Trump’s Republican Party.
Democratic candidates Acton, Brown win on historic night in Ohio politics
Voters selected in the first woman to be elected governor in Ohio and returned former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown to Washington.
Troy Jackson topples Republican Susan Collins in Maine Senate race
Democrat Troy Jackson defeated five-term Republican Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, despite only becoming his party’s nominee in July.
CVS Health Stock Leads Defensive U.S. Dividend Value Picks
Washington has just handed investors a plot twist. A Democratic sweep of Congress, fresh worries over debt ceiling fights and pressure on Treasury yields are shaking sentiment, yet pockets of dividend-paying value stocks may quietly benefit from the reset in expectations. This article walks through three U.S. dividend payers from our value-focused screener that appear closely tied to these political crosswinds and explains why each could deserve a second look now. The three stocks below are...
Texas Democrats pull off the breakthrough they’ve chased for decades
For decades, Texas Democrats have dreamt of turning the state blue, rallying around exciting candidates who drew big crowds and big money but could not ultimately overcome the state’s stubborn conservative majority.
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed projected to win Michigan and become nation’s first Muslim senator
What’s next after Trump’s massive miscalculation triggers historic defeat
There’s only way to view the Democrats’ staggering midterm election triumph: It is one of the most colossal repudiations of a sitting president in modern history.
Democrats seize power in Texas, ending decades of GOP dominance
Texas’ governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and every other statewide candidate fell, upending the state’s political power structure in one night.
Democrats secure historic majorities in the midterms — and are poised to win even more seats
The party is poised to have strong majorities in Congress for the final two years of President Trump’s term. Follow for live updates.
WATCH: Democrat Troy Jackson speaks after Maine Sen. Susan Collins concedes
Jackson won election Wednesday to the U.S. Senate representing Maine, defeating Republican incumbent Sen. Susan Collins.
WATCH: Sen. Chuck Schumer speaks after Democrats win control of Senate
The longtime Democratic leader told reporters in Washington that “Americans voted for change” and that there had been a “generational remake of the Senate map.”
Democrat J.D. Ford wins election to U.S. House in Indiana's 5th Congressional District
In an upset that many analysts did not see coming, Democratic nominee J.D. Ford defeated three-term Rep. Victoria Spartz in Indiana’s 5th Congressional District in Tuesday's election.
Democrats win control of the U.S. House
Democrats win the U.S. House and take unified control of Congress as voters deliver resounding rebuke to Trump.
Trump reacts to Republican losses and declines to take blame
By the time the House and Senate had been called for Democrats on Tuesday, a consensus among members of both parties was forming: voters had rejected President Donald Trump’s record in office, and he would face a starkly different political reality for the remainder of his term.
WATCH: Democrat Annie Andrews' full victory speech after flipping South Carolina Senate seat
Andrews' victory in a state President Donald Trump won three times by double digits is a stark defeat for the Republican Party.
Tight race between LA Mayor Karen Bass and democratic socialist Nithya Raman
The first returns were a tally of mail ballots received before Election Day. Others, including results from in-person voting, were to follow.
Tight race between LA Mayor Karen Bass and democratic socialist Nithya Raman
The first returns were a tally of mail ballots received before Election Day. Others, including results from in-person voting, were to follow.
Business-friendly Texas flips: Democrats end nearly 40-year drought, winning Senate seat and governor’s mansion
James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa turned Elon Musk’s $190 million campaign blitz into their closing arguments.
Democrat Troy Jackson wins election to U.S. Senate from Maine
Jackson wins election to U.S. Senate from Maine.
Democrat Christina Bohannan wins election to U.S. House in Iowa's 1st Congressional District
The third time was the charm for Bohannan, who lost by just 799 votes in her second race against Miller-Meeks two years ago.
Political analysts discuss Wisconsin governor's race results
Democrat David Crowley defeated a Republican with close ties to President Donald Trump on Tuesday, rising from a childhood in one of the nation’s poorest neighborhoods to become the first Black person to lead the battleground state.
Shapiro becomes first Democrat to win Lancaster County vote since 1990
Gov. Josh Shapiro not only won reelection Tuesday, he became the first Democratic gubernatorial candidate to win Lancaster County since Robert P. Casey won here in 1990.
The Unlikeliest Democratic Win of All
Few thought South Carolina was really in play until it had already flipped.
Democrats flip four governorships, extending the party’s inroads into red states
Republicans entered Tuesday’s midterms with a 26-24 advantage in governor’s offices across the country.
Trump says Democrats 'did a good job,' blames Republican candidates for midterm losses
Voters delivered a significant rebuke to President Donald Trump on Tuesday by handing Democrats control of the Senate, rejecting his handpicked candidates while airing widespread concerns about high costs in the wake of his war against Iran and his punishing tariff policy.
Democrat Xavier Becerra wins California governor’s race
Becerra will be California’s first Latino governor since the late 19th century
Michele Tafoya Loses Senate Race Amid Nationwide Democratic Rout
Tafoya came up short against Democratic Lt. Gov Peggy Flanagan.
WATCH: Democrat James Talarico speaks after winning Texas Senate seat
Talarico's victory represents the first time a Democrat has won a statewide office in Texas since 1994, a shakeup for a state long dominated by Republicans.
Incumbent Republican Dave Zimmerman handily wins 99th House District
Republican Rep. Dave Zimmerman was reelected to an eighth term in Pennsylvania’s 99th House District on Tuesday with 68% of the vote. He defeated Democratic challenger Ethan Gabrick, who received
Amy Acton reflects on her childhood in acceptance speech
Democrat Amy Acton reflected on her journey from childhood homelessness to becoming a doctor and now projected as Ohio’s next governor as she celebrated her win over Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. The former state health director will become the first woman elected governor of Ohio and the first Democrat to win the office since 2006.
Democrat Denise Powell wins election to U.S. House in Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District
Powell flipped a district that Democrats have been targeting for several election cycles.
‘Became a RINO’: President Donald Trump blames Abbott’s lost in Texas governor race on political life
Republican President Donald Trump released a public statement after incumbent Republican Greg Abbott conceded the Texas governor’s race to Democrat Gina Hinojosa.
Texas Politics Enter a New Era After Hinojosa's Win
Texas State Rep. Gina Hinojosa won the race for governor, the first Democrat to win the office since 1990. She beat incumbent Greg Abbott, who was seeking a fourth term.
Nature comes to life in ‘MOMIX: Botanica’ at the Schaefer Center on Nov. 12
MOMIX presents Botanica, a visually stunning dance and illusion show exploring nature’s rhythms, at Appalachian State University’s Schaefer Center on November 12. This multisensory performance combines athleticism, inventive props, and atmospheric music to transform dancers into flowers, insects, and fantastical creatures.
A jack of all tales: Orville Hicks delights museum annual meeting with stories of Appalachia
JEFFERSON — The Orion Schoolhouse became storyteller Orville Hicks’ front porch on Oct. 20 as he regaled the Museum of Ashe County History’s board members with old mountain tales and
US stock futures mixed as Democrats score key midterm election wins
Wall Street faces fresh uncertainty over what Democratic control of Congress could mean for taxes, government spending and regulation.
US stock futures tumble as Democrats score key midterm election wins
Wall Street faces fresh uncertainty over what Democratic control of Congress could mean for taxes, government spending and regulation.
A ‘bloodbath.’ Georgia Democrats sweep statewide offices in historic political upheaval
A Democratic wave ended decades of GOP dominance in Georgia and threatened the GOP's grip on the state Legislature.
Democrats take control of the Senate after winning key midterm races
Democrats have won the U.S. Senate, ending Republican dominance in Washington by harnessing voters' frustration with President Donald Trump.
CNN projects Democrat Gina Hinojosa will win Texas governor’s race
Democrat Jon Rosenthal appears on track to win Texas Railroad Commissioner race
The three-member Railroad Commission of Texas regulates the state’s massive oil and gas industry, overseeing everything from pipeline safety to natural gas rates.
Democrats win power to push back on Trump’s health care moves
Democrats win Senate control, and with it the power to push back on Trump’s health care moves.
Democrat Rob Sand wins election to be Iowa’s next governor
Democrat Rob Sand has won Tuesday’s election to be the next governor of Iowa. His win flips the seat held by a retiring Republican governor and likely sets up four years of divided government in the state.
Democrat Gina Hinojosa wins election for governor in Texas
Democrat Gina Hinojosa won election Tuesday as governor of Texas, defeating Republican incumbent Greg Abbott.
Democrats capture full control of Congress, NBC News projects, fueled by victories in deeply Republican states
Democrats capitalized on voter anger over Trump and affordability, flipping seats in deep-red and major battleground states alike.
Talarico flips Texas Senate seat, in historic win for Democrats
Democrat James Talarico, a former schoolteacher and Presbyterian seminarian who campaigned on a "politics of love," on Tuesday won the US Senate race in Texas, flipping yet another seat for his party ...
Democrat James Talarico will win Texas Senate race, CNN projects
Democratic state Rep. James Talarico will win the Senate race in Texas, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, delivering a stunning defeat to Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Tom Jones reclaims 36th Senate District for Republicans
Republicans took back Lancaster County’s 36th Senate District Tuesday, a year-and-a-half after a shock special election win by Democrat James Malone.
Democrat Xavier Becerra wins California governor's race, defeating Republican Steve Hilton
The odds were in Becerra's favor as a Democrat running in a state that hasn't elected a Republican statewide in 20 years.
Midterms show Democratic gains, internet joking DEI is back
Early election results show huge gains for Democrats. Delighted internet denizens say it means DEI is so back.
Democrat James Talarico wins election to U.S. Senate from Texas
Democrat James Talarico wins election to U.S. Senate from Texas.
Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra wins California governor’s race
Becerra, a longtime fixture in Democratic politics in the state, beat Republican Steve Hilton, NBC News projects.
Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra wins California governor’s race
Becerra, a longtime fixture in Democratic politics in the state, beat Republican Steve Hilton, NBC News projects.
WATCH: Sen. Cory Booker speaks after winning reelection in New Jersey
Booker won a third full term over Justin Murphy, a little-known attorney who emerged from a crowded field in his party's June primary.
Democrat Janelle Stelson wins election to U.S. House in Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District
Democrat Janelle Stelson won election Tuesday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District, defeating Republican incumbent Scott Perry.
Takeaways from the midterms: Americans broadly rejected Trump — and Democrats stand to make huge gains because of it
The Democratic wave is here — and now, as votes are counted in key states, the question is how many Republicans it will wipe out.
Democrat Paige Cognetti wins election to U.S. House in Pennsylvania's 8th Congressional District
She campaigned as an independent-minded Democrat and corruption-fighting city leader.
‘Lawyer up’: Democrats take the House, and warn Trump’s family businesses are first in line for subpoenas
Democrats can’t override Trump’s veto, but the incoming Oversight chair promised to probe the family’s crypto deals, and other family businesses.
U.S. Rep. Lloyd Smucker reelected to 6th term
U.S. Rep. Lloyd Smucker was reelected Tuesday to the Republican-friendly 11th District seat, even as Democrats picked up at least three other Pennsylvania seats held by Republicans.
Democrat Bob Brooks wins election to U.S. House in Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District
2026 ELECTION COVERAGE: Watch Live | Poll Closing Times | All Live Results | Live Updates | Live Fact Check Democrat Bob Brooks won election Tuesday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District, defeating Republican incumbent Ryan Mackenzie. Brooks, who worked as a firefighter and union leader, concentrated on his blue-collar background, saying he understood the affordability issues facing voters in the Lehigh Valley battleground district. Mackenzie's ties to President Donald
Democrat Zach Dembo wins election to U.S. House in Kentucky's 6th Congressional District
Democrat Zach Dembo won election Tuesday to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Kentucky's 6th Congressional District, defeating Republican Ralph Alvarado.
Janeese Lewis George is Washington's next mayor. Now come the challenges, starting with Trump
Janeese Lewis George joins a small group of democratic socialist municipal leaders.
Democrats flip New Jersey House seat held by Republican Tom Kean
Democrat Rebecca Bennett, a former Navy helicopter pilot, on Tuesday defeated two-term Rep. Tom Kean, who missed four months of votes in Washington this year as he underwent treatment for depression, a diagnosis he did not disclose until his return.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey wins reelection after strengthening protections for trans health care
The Democrat defeated Republican Mike Minogue after a first term that included stronger safeguards for abortion and gender-affirming care.
Maryland voters pass Democratic-backed redistricting amendment
A constitutional amendment passed Tuesday could pave the way for Democratic lawmakers to redraw Maryland’s congressional districts ahead of the 2028 election.
Democrats win control of the House of Representatives, with a vow to combat Trump
NBC News projects that Democrats will take control of the House next year, giving them the power to investigate Trump and advance legislation to check his policies.
Hakeem Jeffries is on track to make House speaker history. But major challenges lay ahead
Hakeem Jeffries is now on a clear path to be elected House speaker in January, a position that effectively hands him control of a newly resurgent Democratic party in President Donald Trump’s final two years in power.
Democrats eye sweeping gains and reshaping of political map
Two Senate races that a year ago were thought to be battlegrounds turned out to be slam-dunks for the Democrats.
Hochul beats Blakeman to win another term as NY governor
NEW YORK — Gov. Kathy Hochul beat Republican Bruce Blakeman Tuesday to win reelection for a second full term as governor as New York Democrats turned out in droves in
WATCH: Democrat Chris Pappas speaks after winning New Hampshire Senate seat
Pappas, a four-term House member, said his U.S. Senate victory is proof that Washington needs a "new generation at the table to fix things."
US stock futures dip as midterm election results loom
Early results showed Democrats making gains in the Senate, although control of both chambers of Congress remained uncertain.
Democrat Jamie Ager flips U.S. House seat in North Carolina
Democrat Jamie Ager flips U.S. House seat in North Carolina.
WATCH: Roy Cooper speaks after flipping North Carolina Senate seat for Democrats
A crowd gathered in a downtown Raleigh hotel ballroom Tuesday night, where music was thumping and CNN played on a big screen. When the news of Cooper’s victory appeared, the crowd exploded and began chanting, “Cooper! Cooper!”
Gina Hinojosa holds early lead over incumbent Greg Abbott in Texas’ race for governor
Democratic state Rep. Gina Hinojosa has taken an early lead over Republican Gov. Greg Abbott as votes are counted in Texas. Abbott is seeking his fourth term in office.
Keisha Lance Bottoms wins the Georgia governor’s race, flipping the office for Democrats
NBC News projects that Bottoms, the former mayor of Atlanta, defeated billionaire Republican Rick Jackson in the contest to succeed Gov. Brian Kemp.
Political science professor sees signs of increased competition in Indiana races
By Sydney Byerly The Indiana Citizen November 3, 2026 As election results began to come in Tuesday night, Laura Merrifield Wilson, a professor of political science at Indiana University Indianapolis, said some of Indiana's traditionally Republican districts were showing signs of increased competition, potentially reflecting a broader shift in Democratic momentum. One of the biggest
Political science professor sees signs of increased competition in Indiana races
By Sydney Byerly The Indiana Citizen November 3, 2026 As election results began to come in Tuesday night, Laura Merrifield Wilson, a professor of political science at Indiana University Indianapolis, said some of Indiana's traditionally Republican districts were showing signs of increased competition, potentially reflecting a broader shift in Democratic momentum. One of the biggest
Juliana Stratton makes history with Black women in the Senate
Democrat Juliana Stratton won election Tuesday to the U.S. Senate representing Illinois, defeating Republican Don Tracy. Currently lieutenant governor, Stratton will succeed Sen. Dick Durbin, a Democrat who is retiring after five terms. Stand with free and independent journalism. Join Press Pass from PBS News Stratton will be the second Black woman to serve Illinois in the Senate. She was twice elected lieutenant governor as Gov. JB Pritzker’s running mate and had Pritzker’s endorsement in
Democrat Chris Pappas will win New Hampshire Senate race, CNN projects
Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas will win New Hampshire’s open Senate seat, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, making history as the first out gay man to be elected to the chamber.
Democrat Mark Warner wins reelection to U.S. Senate from Virginia
Democratic incumbent Mark Warner won election Tuesday to the U.S. Senate representing Virginia, defeating Republican Bert Mizusawa.
North Carolina voters elect Roy Cooper, state’s first Democratic senator in 10 years
Cooper, the state’s former governor, defeated former RNC chair Michael Whatley by focusing his campaign on lowering costs
Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins reelection to U.S. House in Florida’s 20th District
Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz won election to the U.S. House of Representatives representing Florida’s 20th Congressional District, defeating Republican Brent Andersen.
Black voter turnout appears high on Election Day, according to voter coalition
LaTosha Brown, co-founder of the voting rights group Black Voters Matter, said turnout in some states seemed to rival that of 2008, when Democrat Barack Obama was running for president for the first time. Stand with free and independent journalism. Join Press Pass from PBS News She and others said turnout appeared particularly high in Michigan and Mississippi. Brown, speaking during a media briefing organized by the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, said her
Jeffries won’t say how he’ll approach Trump relationship if Democrats win control of House
Florida Democrat defies gerrymandering in bad sign for GOP
Rep. Jared Moskowitz won a district that was redrawn to favor Republicans.
Michigan US Senate election results: Abdul El-Sayed vs Mike Rogers
See live election results in Michigan's US Senate race between Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed.
Democrat Josh Shapiro wins reelection for governor in Pennsylvania
Democrat Josh Shapiro wins reelection for governor in Pennsylvania.
Race results for the 11th Congressional District race
Democrat Nancy Mannion, a registered nurse and political newcomer from Manheim Township, is challenging Smucker’s bid for a sixth term.
Justice Department sent target letters in Alaska Senate criminal probe. Here's what that means
The Justice Department has escalated its investigation over a Senate candidate who shares a name with the Republican incumbent, issuing a letter to a prominent Democratic attorney in Washington and others that they may be targets of the criminal inquiry.
Missouri live election results: Amendment 3, St. Louis, St. Charles and Jefferson counties
In the Nov. 3 midterm election, Missourians voted on an abortion ban and a measure that would make it harder for lawmakers to override voter-approved statutes and constitutional amendments. U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner faced Democrat Fred Wellman to represent Missouri’s 2nd Congressional District.
Wake Forest political science professor John Dinan stops by WXII to analyze midterm election success means for Democrats and Republicans
Election results: Indiana secretary of state race tests GOP dominance
This competitive and expensive four-way race has been Democrats' best shot at winning a statewide seat in over a decade. Republicans aren't taking it for granted.