Democrats Win the House. Here’s What’s Next.
The Democrats have taken control of the House of Representatives, adding several women to their ranks. The party now has the power to investigate President Trump. Here’s how else Democrats may challenge the president.
Gavin Newsom Elected Governor of California
Mr. Newsom will now take over a state that has openly resisted the agenda of President Trump.
Josh Hawley Defeats Claire McCaskill in Missouri Senate Race
Josh Hawley, the Republican candidate, ousted Claire McCaskill from the Senate, a key victory for his party that helped solidify its control of the chamber.
Democrats Capture Control of House; G.O.P. Holds Senate
Republicans were on track to add to their Senate majority, defeating Democratic senators and holding onto Texas by beating back Representative Beto O’Rourke
Democrats Oust Walker in Wisconsin and Kobach in Kansas but Fall Short in Florida and Ohio
Overall the Democrats reclaimed six governor’s seats from the G.O.P. including pickups in Michigan and Illinois.
Menendez Thanks Supporters After Winning Re-Election
Senator Robert Menendez, Democrat of New Jersey, survived a challenge from his Republican opponent, Bob Hugin, and was elected to a third term.
Laura Kelly, a Kansas Democrat, Tops Kobach in Governor’s Race
Ms. Kelly relentlessly tied her opponent, Kris Kobach, to former Gov. Sam Brownback, whose socially conservative policies became very unpopular.
Ted Cruz Defeats Beto O’Rourke for Senate in Texas
The conservative Republican held off a charismatic Democratic congressman who had hoped to ride a wave of liberal energy to victory.
Pennsylvania Democrats Pick Up Victories Two Years After Trump Wins State
The biggest factor in the state’s congressional elections was redistricting: Democrats were all but set to net two Republican seats after congressional maps were redrawn.
Ron DeSantis Elected Florida Governor, Defeating Andrew Gillum
Mr. DeSantis, a former congressman and a loyal acolyte of President Trump, held off Mr. Gillum’s bid to be Florida’s first African-American governor.
Republican Kevin Cramer Ousts Heidi Heitkamp From North Dakota Senate Seat
Representative Kevin Cramer, an early supporter of President Trump, defeated Senator Heidi Heitkamp in North Dakota, buoying Republican chances of holding the Senate.
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