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ABC News projects that Democrats will gain sufficient seats to assume control of the House of Representatives as of November 3, 2026.
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On November 3, 2026, U.S. citizens voted in midterm elections that resulted in a significant shift, with Democrats winning control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate, marking a major rebuke to President Donald Trump's Republican Party. Democrats flipped multiple key seats previously held by Republicans in states like Texas, South Carolina, Iowa, Michigan, and Kansas. This election was seen as a critical referendum on Trump’s presidency and his aggressive foreign policies, including the ongoing conflict with Iran. While many predicted a Democratic victory due to Trump's declining popularity, the extent of the shift surprised even seasoned political analysts. The results reflect growing public concern over economic issues such as rising prices for diesel, utilities, and goods linked to Trump’s policies and international conflicts.

Written for “Democrats Win Control Of Congress” on 2026-11-04, grounded in this article and the 329 other(s) covering the same event.

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303 article(s) here · 1 carrying a prediction
🔮 Josh Shapiro addresses supporters after projected win in Pennsylvania governor's race Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro addressed supporters after ABC News projected he will win reelection in the Pennsylvania governor's race.
🔮 James Talarico addresses supporters after projected win in Texas Senate race Democrat James Talarico addressed supporters after ABC News projected him the winner of the Texas Senate race, defeating Republican Ken Paxton.
🔮 Democrats projected to take control of House and Senate Democrats will win enough seats to take control of the House and the Senate, ABC News projects.
🔮 Vivek Ramaswamy addresses supporters after projected defeat in Ohio governor's race Republican Vivek Ramaswamy addressed supporters after ABC News projected Democrat Amy Acton will win the Ohio governor's race.
🔮 Annie Andrews addresses supporters after projected win in South Carolina Senate race Democrat Annie Andrews addressed supporters after ABC News projected her the winner of the South Carolina Senate race, flipping the seat once held by the late Lindsey Graham.
🔮 Amy Acton addresses supporters after projected win in Ohio governor's race Democrat Amy Acton addressed supporters after ABC News projected she will win the Ohio governor's race over Republican Vivek Ramaswamy.
🔮 Keisha Lance Bottoms addresses supporters after projected win in Georgia gov. race Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms addressed supporters after ABC News projected her the winner of the Georgia governor's race, making her the first Black female governor in the history of the U.S. November 3, 2026
🔮 Texas Gov. Greg Abbott addresses supporters after conceding governor's race Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott addressed supporters after ABC News projected Democrat Gina Hinojosa will win the state's race for governor.
🔮 House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks after Democrats projected to take control of House House Speaker Mike Johnson made remarks after ABC News projected Democrats will win enough seats to take control of the House. November 3, 2026
🔮 Democrats projected to take control of the House Democrats will win enough seats to take control of the House, ABC News projects.
2026-11-04 · assertive framing · WATCH: Democrats projected to take control of the House
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Democrats projected to take control of the House Democrats will win enough seats to take control of the House, ABC News projects.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-11-04
🔮 Democrats projected to take control of the House Democrats will win enough seats to take control of the House, ABC News projects.
2026-11-04 · ABC News (US)
WATCH: Democrats projected to take control of the House · assertive framing

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Democrats projected to take control of the House Democrats will win enough seats to take control of the House, ABC News projects. asserted
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