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Trump’s ICE Backlash and Ohio’s Victory Dance

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Swift, J. (2026, November 7). Trump’s ICE Backlash and Ohio’s Victory Dance. The Bulwark. https://www.thebulwark.com/p/trumps-ice-backlash-and-ohios-victory

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The Bulwark · collected 2026-11-08 · by Jim Swift commentary

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This article discusses reactions following recent U.S. elections, focusing on Ohio where Democrats celebrated a victory with festive celebrations including breakdancing, largely attributed to voter anger over ICE policies that swayed Latino voters. The piece also mentions Republicans' concerns about their losses and includes notes on upcoming discussions regarding the impact of President Trump's influence on Republican performance in the election.
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On November 5, 2026, Ohio Democrats celebrated unexpected victories at their election-night party in the Columbus Hilton, where they cheered for wins that had become rare in recent years. Amy Acton won the race for governor, marking a significant shift as Ohio had long been seen as a Republican stronghold. The party's enthusiasm was palpable, with younger attendees expressing joy through tears and dance. Other victories included Sherrod Brown and James Talarico, along with Gina Hinojosa from Texas, whose wins were cheered nearly as loudly. This turn of events surprised Ohio Democrats, who have historically managed low expectations due to decades of electoral losses in the state. The latest results signal a reversal for the party that had previously seen Ohio as synonymous with Republican gains and presidential success for figures like JD Vance and Vivek Ramaswamy.

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And Will Saletan and Joshua Tait get at two questions Republicans would probably rather put off until Monday: How much did Trump cost them, and where does the party go from here?
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🔮 And Will Saletan and Joshua Tait get at two questions Republicans would probably rather put off until Monday: How much did Trump cost them, and where does the party go from here?
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