Democrats Win Control of Congress in 2026 Midterms
Democrats secure Senate and House majorities after sweeping victories in key states.
The Brief
- Democrats captured control of both chambers of Congress.
- Voters elected governors in several states Trump won in 2024.
- The Guardian will host a live Q&A on midterm results on November 6.
The 2026 US midterm elections resulted in Democrats gaining control of both the Senate and House of Representatives.
Democrats achieved significant victories in traditionally red states, including Texas, Kansas, and South Carolina.
In addition to congressional wins, voters selected Democratic governors in Texas, Georgia, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Ohio.
The Guardian will host a live question-and-answer session on November 6 to discuss the midterm election results.
The event will feature political reporters addressing audience questions about the implications of the election outcomes.
The conversation will take place at noon ET on Friday, November 6.
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