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Democrats win Senate control — live updates
November 5, 2026
Democrats were able to pick up the seats needed to gain control of the Senate, CBS News projects, and the party scored several upset victories in red states.
Talarico, Hinojosa win Texas for Democrats amid wide discontent over ICE tactics, more
November 5, 2026
James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa achieved momentous victories for U.S. Senate and state governorship in Texas. Adriana Diaz has more.
DFL trifecta 2.0: Democrats win full control of Minnesota government
November 5, 2026
Democrats flipped the Minnesota House and won the governor's race, returning the DFL to a trifecta after two years of divided government. The results, however, remain unofficial.
Mamdani says Democrats must keep their "foot on the gas"
November 5, 2026
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani — one of the most influential members of the Democratic Party's leftward flank — said Wednesday that the left must now keep its "foot on the gas."
Mississippi Senate race is toss-up, with razor-thin margin
November 5, 2026
The Senate race in deep-red Mississippi remains unresolved Wednesday morning, as Democrat Scott Colom has mounted a surprisingly competitive challenge to incumbent Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith.
Midterm fallout begins after Democrats win control of Congress
November 5, 2026
The impact of Democrats' sweeping victories in the 2026 midterm elections is already being felt in Washington. Follow live updates here.
Democrats win House majority with Trump approval at historic low
November 4, 2026
Democrats won control of the House in the 2026 midterm elections, CBS News projects, with victories in battleground districts across the country.
Midterm elections could zap the data center buildout, experts say
November 4, 2026
Democratic victories in several gubernatorial races are likely to slow data center development across the U.S., according to tech analysts.
Democrats' election rout is poised to reorder federal health policy
November 4, 2026
Democrats' retaking of Congress doesn't change President Trump's control of the veto pen — making the new majority's aspirations to reverse changes to Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act, and other safety net programs an uphill climb.
Trump touts White House ballroom after GOP midterm losses
November 4, 2026
After the GOP's losses in the midterms, President Trump hosted a celebratory event in the unfinished ballroom that stood in stark contrast with his new political reality in Washington.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar wins Minnesota governor's race, CBS News projects
November 4, 2026
Democratic U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar defeated Republican state House Speaker Lisa Demuth. She will succeed Gov. Tim Walz, who announced in January he would not seek a third term.
Progressive beats GOP Rep. Tom Barrett in key Michigan district
November 4, 2026
The race was one of the most closely watched in the nation.
House Republican who voted to impeach Trump loses reelection
November 4, 2026
Rep. David Valadao is one of the last remaining House Republicans in office who voted to impeach President Trump after the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
DOJ subpoenas California counties over alleged noncitizen voting
November 4, 2026
Several counties in Northern California were hit with fresh grand jury subpoenas over alleged noncitizen voting just days before the midterm elections, local officials told CBS News.
Trump asking advisers if Hegseth should go, sources say
November 4, 2026
President Trump has been asking his advisers if Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth should remain in his job after Tuesday's losses.
Black candidates for governor make history with midterm victories
November 4, 2026
Americans elected the country's first Black woman, and three other Black candidates, into gubernatorial roles during Tuesday's record midterm races.
Mike Johnson won't seek new term as House GOP leader after losses
November 4, 2026
House Speaker Mike Johnson told staffers that he will not run for minority leader in the new Congress, according to a source familiar with the matter.
Vance blames Iran conflict for GOP defeats: "The reason we lost is the war"
November 4, 2026
"If you'd like to argue it was worth it, that losing the Senate for the next 6 years was worth it, then do so," Vice President JD Vance said.
Why some key races won't be decided on election night
November 4, 2026
Experts expect some politicians to claim the 2026 elections are rigged, but here's why that's not the case — and why it may be a while before some races are called.
Outcome of Alaska Senate race could take weeks to determine
November 4, 2026
The Senate race in Alaska, which has garnered widespread attention with two candidates named Dan Sullivan, remains in limbo.