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Texas turns blue with U.S. Senate and gubernatorial wins

Democrats turn Texas blue Tuesday, with Rep. James Talarico flipping the U.S. Senate seat and Gina Hinojosa ousting Republican Gov. Greg Abbott.

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The popular former governor defeated President Trump’s handpicked choice to replace the retiring Thom Tillis.

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Roy Cooper Flips North Carolina Senate Seat to Democrats by Defeating Michael Whatley

The popular former governor defeated President Trump’s handpicked choice to replace the retiring Thom Tillis.

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Texas turns blue with U.S. Senate and gubernatorial wins

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Al Jazeera

‘We defeated Goliath’: Texas Democrat James Talarico wins Senate seat

Democrat James Talarico wins the Texas Senate race in a historic midterm upset.

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Euronews

‘We defeated Goliath’: Talarico says after historic Texas Senate win

Democrat James Talarico has won the US Senate race in Texas, according to US media projections, marking a major breakthrough in a traditionally Republican state.

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WATCH: Democrat Annie Andrews' full victory speech after flipping South Carolina Senate seat

Andrews' victory in a state President Donald Trump won three times by double digits is a stark defeat for the Republican Party.

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WATCH: Republican Ken Paxton speaks after losing Texas Senate race

"I will commit that I will be praying for him, that he will do good for Texas and this nation," Paxton said about Talarico.

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PBS

WATCH LIVE: Democrat James Talarico speaks after winning Texas Senate seat

Talarico's victory represents the first time a Democrat has won a statewide office in Texas since 1994, a shakeup for a state long dominated by Republicans.

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Al Jazeera

Democrat Josh Turek flips Iowa Senate seat

Turek beat Republican Ashley Hinson, a US House member.

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NYT

Josh Turek Flips Iowa Senate Seat in a Major Victory for Democrats

Mr. Turek, a Paralympian and state representative, defeated Representative Ashley Hinson, a Republican, in one of this year’s top Senate races.

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Guardian

James Talarico wins Texas Senate race in historic victory for Democrats

Ken Paxton’s defeat a crushing blow to Trump and Republican efforts to keep control of Congress US midterm elections – live updates Track live results from all 50 states Democrat James Talarico has won the US Senate race in Texas , breaking a 38-year drought for his party in the Republican stronghold and delivering a stunning blow to Donald Trump. Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton , the state attorney general…

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NPR

Democrat Josh Turek wins the Senate seat in Iowa

Democrat Josh Turek has defeated Sen. Ashley Hinson in Iowa, according to a race call by the Associated Press.

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Guardian

Josh Turek wins Iowa Senate race to hand Democrats major victory in Republican state

Ashley Hinson loses heated contest in former swing state, a sign Republicans may be losing rural voters US midterm elections – live updates Track live results from all 50 states Democrat Josh Turek has won the US Senate race in Iowa , handing his party a significant victory in a Republican-led state where they have seen their power ebb in the age of Donald Trump. Turek’s victory over his Ashley Hinson, a Republican…

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CBS

Democrat Josh Turek wins Iowa Senate race

Democratic state Rep. Josh Turek defeated GOP Rep. Ashley Hinson in the Iowa Senate race, CBS News projects, in a major pickup for Democrats as they seek to take control of the upper chamber.

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Al Jazeera

Sherrod Brown, an Ohio Democrat, wins return to US Senate

More than $500m was spent on the contest, making it one of the most expensive Senate races in US history.

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NYT

Sherrod Brown Regains an Ohio Senate Seat in Crucial Win for Democrats

Ousted two years ago by a Republican challenger, Mr. Brown returns to Washington in the seat once held by Vice President JD Vance.

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Guardian

Democrat Sherrod Brown wins Ohio Senate race in major blow to Republicans

Brown makes successful return to US Senate after voters reject Republican incumbent Jon Husted US midterm elections – live updates Track live results from all 50 states Democrat Sherrod Brown will return to the US Senate, as Ohio’s voters rejected the incumbent Jon Husted in a significant defeat for Republicans. Brown’s bid for a comeback after being ousted from the seat he held for 18 years in 2024 became one of th…

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CBS

Sherrod Brown wins Ohio Senate race, flipping seat for Democrats

Sherrod Brown faced off against Husted, who was appointed to the seat last year to replace Vice President JD Vance.

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NYT

Talarico Defeats Paxton in Texas Senate Race, Ending a Three-Decade Drought for Democrats

James Talarico, a state lawmaker, beat Ken Paxton, the Republican attorney general, after a bruising and costly campaign.

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NPR

Democrat Sherrod Brown wins Ohio Senate race

Democratic former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown has won back a seat on Capitol Hill, defeating incumbent Republican Sen. Jon Husted after a close and expensive battle, according to a race call by the Associated Press.

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PBS

Democrat James Talarico wins election to U.S. Senate from Texas

Democrat James Talarico flipped a U.S. Senate seat in Texas on Tuesday, defeating Republican Ken Paxton to pull off the first statewide victory in more than 30 years and sending a jolt through a longtime GOP stronghold that President Donald Trump carried by double digits just two years ago.

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NPR

Democrat James Talarico wins Texas Senate seat

Democrat James Talarico has won the Senate seat in Texas, according to a race call by the Associated Press.

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TIME

Talarico Wins Texas Senate Race, First Democrat to Win Statewide in More than 30 Years

Talarico is the first Democrat to win a statewide race in Texas since 1994.

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Al Jazeera

Talarico wins Texas Senate race, ending decades of Republican dominance

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CBS

James Talarico wins Texas Senate race, flipping seat for Democrats

Democrat James Talarico will defeat Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race, CBS News projects, marking a major flip for Democrats that they have long sought in the Lone Star State.

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NYT

Annie Andrews Defeats Darline Graham in South Carolina Senate Race

Dr. Annie Andrews defeated Darline Graham, who succeeded her brother after his death, to become South Carolina’s first Democratic senator of the 21st century.

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Guardian

US midterm elections 2026 live updates: Annie Andrews stuns Republicans in South Carolina Senate race amid Democratic surge

Annie Andrews adds to Democrats’ strong evening by defeating Darline Graham, who was tapped to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham Track live results from all 50 states Senate full report: Democrats aim to retake chamber House full report: Democrats poised to flip chamber As we bring you the latest from around the country, Donald Trump is certainly paying attention. From the White House, the president said that…

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TIME

Annie Andrews Flips South Carolina Senate Seat in Stunning Upset

Democrat Annie Andrews defeated Darline Graham in South Carolina’s Senate race, flipping the late Lindsey Graham’s seat.

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Al Jazeera

Democrat Annie Andrews flips South Carolina’s Senate seat

Andrews beats Republican incumbent Darline Graham, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, in a major upset.

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NYT

Democrats Win South Carolina Senate Seat

Our election data reporter Christine Zhang explains how double-digit swings in several counties helped Dr. Annie Andrews, a Democrat, defeat Senator Darline Graham, a Republican, flipping South Carolina in the U.S. Senate race.

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NPR

Democrat Annie Andrews wins South Carolina Senate race in major upset

Andrews, a pediatrician, defeated GOP Sen. Darline Graham, who was appointed to the seat after the death of her brother, longtime Sen. Lindsey Graham.

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NYT

Democrats Flip South Carolina Senate Seat

In the first big surprise of election night, Senator Darline Graham, a Republican, lost her seat to a Democratic challenger in South Carolina. Our national political correspondent Shane Goldmacher explains how the senator’s missteps contributed to her loss.

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NYT

5 Things to Know About South Carolina Democrat Annie Andrews

Dr. Andrews, who won a major upset in a conservative state, is a pediatrician who distanced herself from her party.

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Al Jazeera

Democrat Roy Cooper celebrates flipping North Carolina Senate seat

Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper celebrated his Senate victory in Raleigh

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Guardian

Democrat Annie Andrews flips South Carolina Senate seat held by Republicans since 1998

Andrews ran a campaign on healthcare affordability and beat Darline Graham, sister of Lindsey Graham to win US midterm elections – live updates Track live results from all 50 states Democrat Annie Andrews , a pediatrician who campaigned on healthcare affordability, has won the race for US Senate in South Carolina , making her the first Democrat to represent the state in the Senate for over a quarter century. Andrews…

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CBS

Democrat Annie Andrews wins South Carolina Senate race

Democrat Annie Andrews won a stunning upset over GOP Sen. Darline Graham, who was running for her late brother Lindsey Graham's seat.

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NYT

Democrats Flip North Carolina Senate Seat

The Democrats flipped their first Senate seat of the night. Our national political correspondent Shane Goldmacher explains why this wasn’t a surprise, and why it’s one of at least four seats the party needs to win to secure a majority in the Senate.

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PBS

Democrat Jamie Ager flips U.S. House seat in North Carolina

Democrat Jamie Ager flips U.S. House seat in North Carolina.

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PBS

WATCH: Roy Cooper speaks after flipping North Carolina Senate seat for Democrats

Cooper said the campaign was about standing up for people who felt crushed by Trump's tariffs and the cost of fuel and fertilizer "because of this never-ending war."

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CBS

Ashley Moody projected to win Florida Senate election

GOP Sen. Ashley Moody defeated Democrat Angie Nixon in the Florida Senate race, CBS News projects, keeping the seat under Republican control.

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France 24

🔴 Midterms live: Democrat Roy Cooper flips first Senate seat, follow the results

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Al Jazeera

Democrat Roy Cooper flips North Carolina US Senate seat

Roy Cooper beat out Republican Michael Whatley.

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Guardian

North Carolina voters elect Roy Cooper, state’s first Democratic senator in 10 years

State’s ex-governor bests Michael Whatley, ex-chair of Republican National Committee, by focusing on lower costs US midterm elections – live updates Track live results from all 50 states Roy Cooper, North Carolina’s former governor, was elected to represent the state in the US Senate, marking the first time in 10 years voters sent a Democrat to US Congress’ upper chamber. Cooper defeated Michael Whatley, the former…

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CBS

Roy Cooper wins in North Carolina, flipping Senate seat for Democrats

Democrat Roy Cooper defeated Michael Whatley in the North Carolina Senate race, CBS News projects, marking a flip for Democrats after GOP Sen. Thom Tillis opted not to seek reelection.

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NPR

Democrat Roy Cooper wins a North Carolina Senate seat

Democrat Roy Cooper has won North Carolina's open U.S. Senate seat, according to a race call from the Associated Press, providing the party with a key Senate flip.

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PBS

AP Voter Poll: Senate voters in South Carolina have doubts about Darline Graham's experience

About 6 in 10 Senate voters in South Carolina say Darline Graham does not have the right experience to serve as a senator, though most Republican voters believe she does.

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TIME

Democrats Flip Senate Seat in North Carolina, Claiming First Upper Chamber Wins: Live Election Updates

Democrat Roy Cooper has won the race for the open seat being vacated by Sen. Thom Tillis, marking a key win for his party as it seeks to reclaim the upper chamber.

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Live Results: Florida Senate midterm election

In Florida's Senate race, Republican Sen. Ashley Moody defends her seat against Democratic state Rep. Angie Nixon as well as an independent candidate.

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Live Results: South Carolina Senate midterm election

Republican Sen. Darline Graham faces Democrat Annie Andrews, a pediatrician.

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Live Results: Nebraska Senate midterm election

Republicans in the ruby-red state of Nebraska have found themselves on the back foot this midterm season as their opponents have made surprising gains in key races.

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Live Results: Ohio Senate midterm election

Voters in Ohio are deciding between Republican Sen. Jon Husted and former Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown, who have been locked in a tight race in the days leading up to Election Day.

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Live Results: Texas Senate midterm election

The U.S. Senate race in Texas between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico is widely considered the marquee race of the midterm cycle.

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Live Results: Michigan Senate midterm election

Michigan Sen. Gary Peters' retirement after serving two terms in the Senate leaves the only open Democratic seat in a state President Donald Trump won in 2024.

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Live Results: Mississippi Senate midterm election

Mississippi Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith is being challenged by Democrat Scott Colom as she seeks a second full term.

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Live Results: Texas governor midterm election

Texas has elected only Republican governors since 1994, but the most recent polls show a tight race.

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Live Results: New Hampshire Senate midterm election

Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas and former Republican Sen. John E. Sununu compete Tuesday to succeed New Hampshire's retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen.

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Live Results: Nevada governor midterm election

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, a Republican, will face Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford in a battle to hold onto his seat.

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Live Results: Kansas Senate midterm election

In the battle between Democrats and Republicans for Senate control, the reliably red state of Kansas has moved from the edges to the center of the map.

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Live Results: Maine Senate midterm election

Maine's Senate election pits incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins against Democratic former state Senate President Troy Jackson.

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Live Results: Iowa Senate midterm election

Economic strain and tariffs have made the state competitive.

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Live Results: North Carolina Senate midterm election

Voters in North Carolina are deciding between Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper and former Republican National Committee chair Michael Whatley to replace Republican Sen. Thom Tillis, who is retiring at the end of his term in January.

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Live Results: Minnesota Senate midterm election

Democratic Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Republican Michele Tafoya, a former sports broadcaster, are among four candidates vying to replace Democratic Sen. Tina Smith, who announced in 2025 that she would not seek a second full term.

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Live Results: Georgia governor midterm election

Republican healthcare executive Rick Jackson and Democratic former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms are competing to succeed Gov. Brian Kemp.

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Live Results: Georgia Senate midterm election

Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff is the only Democratic senator seeking reelection in a state that President Donald Trump won in 2024.

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Live Results: Alaska Senate midterm election

Voters in Alaska are deciding between incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan and Democratic challenger Mary Peltola.

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Live Results: Wisconsin governor midterm election

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, a Democrat, faces Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, who represents the 7th Congressional District.

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Live Results: Ohio governor midterm election

Democrat Amy Acton, a physician, is running against former Republican presidential candidate and Trump ally Vivek Ramaswamy in the race.

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