Democrats win control of House and Senate in 2026 midterms

Democrats achieved major victories in the 2026 midterm elections, gaining control of the Senate and the House of Representatives. All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats were contested, and preliminary results show the party winning in several states that had previously leaned Republican, including Texas, Kansas, South Carolina, Ohio, Maine and Iowa. The party also reclaimed the House, flipping seats in Kentucky, New Jersey, Indiana and North Carolina.

Incumbent Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff retained his seat in Georgia, and new Democratic wins were reported in Texas, South Carolina and Ohio, marking the first time in decades that the party has held those Senate seats.

"Together, we’ve affirmed that our task is not just to contain one president’s actions, but to heal the brokenness beneath," Senator Ossoff said in a victory speech in Georgia.

President Donald J. Trump commented on the results during a Fox News interview, stating that Democrats “did a good job” and noting that they have been “fighting for a long time.” He indicated a willingness to work with the new Congress on some issues but said he would veto legislation on immigration and transgender rights that he deemed “insane.”

Election officials will continue to count ballots in states where polls close late, and final results may take several days to be certified. Legal challenges and potential interventions by the Trump administration could further extend the timeline.