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Press review · Thursday, 5 November 2026
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bleacherreport.com
Bleacher Report's Expert Week 9 2026 NFL Picks
Week 9 in the NFL could be full of upsets.
+5 sources- cbssports.comPrisco's NFL Week 9 Power Rankings: Bills take over top spot, Steelers on the rise
Pete Prisco shares his Week 9 Power Rankings for the 2026 NFL season, including a big fall for the Seahawks
- nfl.comNFL Power Rankings, Week 9: Bills claim No. 1 spot, while Bears vault into top three
With the Minnesota Vikings suffering their first loss of the season, who takes over the top spot in Nick Shook's Power Rankings? Check out his updated NFL pecking order, 1-32, entering Week 9 of the 2026 season.
- ninersnation.comWeek 9 NFL Power Rankings: Did the Niners fall after their bye week?
The Niners moved up in a few power rankings despite not playing a game this past weekend.
- bleedinggreennation.comNFL Power Rankings: Week 9 Edition
100% accurate ranking of all 32 NFL teams.
- theringer.comThe Best Bets of NFL Week 9
It’s a week headlined by injured quarterbacks. Are there edges to exploit?
- cbssports.comPrisco's NFL Week 9 Power Rankings: Bills take over top spot, Steelers on the rise
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yahoo.com
Air Traffic Control Scolded Downed Learjet Over ‘Severe Turbulence’ Months Before Crash
The Learjet that tragically crashed in Palm Beach, Florida was involved in another instance of “severe turbulence” months before it went down. Audio obtained by the Daily Mail from May 2026 begins wit...
+2 sources- nypost.comLearjet expert reveals crucial mistake pilots made before horrific Florida crash
The doomed $2 million aircraft, en route to the Bahamas from Texas, was flying through a storm when it suddenly stalled, likely between 35,000 and 37,000 feet, and began plummeting before crashing …
- pbs.orgWhat's next in the investigation of the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9?
Investigators are just beginning the lengthy process of determining why a business jet plummeted from the sky in Florida after encountering a thunderstorm and slammed into the ground with such force that it created a crater and shattered the plane.
- nypost.comLearjet expert reveals crucial mistake pilots made before horrific Florida crash
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abcnews.com
Missouri voters reject anti-abortion rights amendment, reaffirming 'reproductive freedom'
Voters in Missouri rejected an anti-abortion measure on the ballot that would have prohibited abortions, with some exceptions.
+9 sources- stlpr.orgMissouri live election results: Amendment 3, St. Louis, St. Charles and Jefferson counties
In the Nov. 3 midterm election, Missourians voted on an abortion ban and a measure that would make it harder for lawmakers to override voter-approved statutes and constitutional amendments. U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner faced Democrat Fred Wellman to represent Missouri’s 2nd Congressional District.
- npr.orgMissourians reject ballot proposal that would have re-imposed an abortion ban
Missouri voters defeated a measure that would have banned abortion just two years after voters legalized abortion in another vote. Voters in Missouri legalized abortion two years ago but this time the abortion ban was coupled with a ban on transgender treatment for minors. Opponents said it was misleading.
- abc17news.comAbortion opponents claim fight is not over after Amendment 3 fails
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Anti-abortion supporters claim the fight is not over in Missouri even, after Amendment 3 failed in the 2026 midterms. "We're disappointed in the outcome tonight, we're still watching the numbers, we know that the other side has spent $30 million to destroy the lives of children and babies in the state of
- ky3.comMissouri voters reject Amendment 3, upholding reproductive rights and blocking proposed constitutional bans
Missouri voters have rejected Amendment 3, defeating a constitutional measure that sought to repeal the state’s voter-approved abortion protections and establish permanent constitutional bans on gender transition care for minors.
- yahoo.comMissouri Rejects Abortion Ban and Transgender Care Restrictions
Missouri voters have rejected Amendment 3, a proposal that would have reinstated a ban on most abortions, reaffirming their decision in 2024 to overturn one of the country's strictest abortion laws
- stltoday.comWith big loss for Amendment 3, what's next for abortion opponents in Missouri?
"We're gonna have to look at a new strategy, I think," said one state rep. "We're going to have to look at child care interests. We're going to have to
- sgfcitizen.orgNov. 3 election results: Amendment 3, Springfield area legislative offices - Springfield Daily Citizen
Voters in Missouri voted on four constitutional amendments, a new congressional map and other measures during the Nov. 3 election.
- semissourian.comMissouri voters approve Amendment 6, curbing lawmakers’ powe...
Missouri voters approved Amendment 6 with roughly 60%, requiring 80% legislative support and another statewide vote to change voter-approved laws.
- komu.comMissouri 2026 midterm election results: Key races and amendments
Missouri election results: Voters decided on several major races and key issues, including Amendment 3 and the GOP-friendly congressional map.
- stlpr.orgMissouri live election results: Amendment 3, St. Louis, St. Charles and Jefferson counties
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theguardian.com
Was Elon Musk the US midterms' biggest loser? – Stateside with Kai and Carter
The tech industry spent big on the midterms, but it turned out to be a poor investment. Carter Sherman and Kai Wright are joined by Guardian US tech editor Blake Montgomery to ask what the ‘blue tsunami’ will mean for Musk and the wider tech industry
+7 sources- cnbc.comElon Musk’s record election bet backfired. The backlash may reach beyond one billionaire
Elon Musk's $474 million election gamble falters as Democrats threaten his Texas empire.
- finance.yahoo.comUpdate: Musk's Political Gamble Fails as Democrats Sweep Congress, Flip Texas
(Updates stock prices in the 10th paragraph.) Elon Musk's massive political spending failed to de
- bloomberg.comThe Elon Musk Era of Politics Is Just Beginning
His preferred candidates lost in Texas, but the stakes are too high for SpaceX and Tesla for him to sit out 2028.
- ft.com‘The money didn’t work’: Big Tech’s $600mn midterm campaign falls flat
Elon Musk rebuked as anger at AI and Silicon Valley fuels support for Democrats
- nbcnews.comElon Musk moved to Texas to escape Democrats — now they’re in charge
After leaving California amid clashes with Democratic leaders, Musk finds himself facing a new crop of Democratic officials in the state he’s made his home.
- npr.orgElon Musk will face scrutiny from Democrats after midterms
Democrats are likely to launch investigations into Musk's influence, including his leadership of DOGE and government contracts
- newrepublic.comElon Musk Scrubs Posts as He Crashes Out Over GOP Election Disaster
The world’s richest man blew nearly $500 million on the midterm elections. He’s not coping well.
- cnbc.comElon Musk’s record election bet backfired. The backlash may reach beyond one billionaire
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bbc.com
Russell Brand found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault
Brand, 51, faced seven charges in total, including three counts of rape. The judge tells him: "Obviously a custodial sentence of some length will result."
+2 sources- nbcnews.comRussell Brand found guilty of rape and sex assault
“As I became more successful and famous I was very comfortable allowing that to facilitate sexual access, which I agree was wrong,” the British actor-comedian testified.
- cnn.comRussell Brand found guilty of rape and sexual assault | CNN
British actor, comedian and media personality Russell Brand faces a lengthy prison sentence after he was found guilty in a London court on Thursday of raping a young fan and sexually assaulting three women.
- nbcnews.comRussell Brand found guilty of rape and sex assault
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kyivpost.com
US Midterms: What Will Change for Europe?
The Democrats’ resounding success in the US midterm elections could also translate into changes for Europe in areas such as support for Ukraine, trade policy and the regulation of artificial intelligence.
+2 sources- dw.comFrom data centers to tariffs: What the Democrats' huge midterms win means for the US economy and Trump
From high oil prices and data centers to tariffs and mounting debt, economic concerns played a key role in the crushing defeat of President Donald Trump's Republicans. So can the Democrats now make a difference?
- aljazeera.comIran, Gaza, Ukraine: What will US midterm results mean for these conflicts?
Despite wins, Democrats lack the two-thirds majority needed to overturn a presidential veto and push through a law.
- dw.comFrom data centers to tariffs: What the Democrats' huge midterms win means for the US economy and Trump
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thehill.com
Trump: Hegseth would be ‘very popular’ as Tennessee senator
President Trump said on Wednesday that he is not considering replacing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth but predicted the Pentagon chief would be “very popular” if he filled Sen. Marsha Blackburn’s (R-Tenn.) seat. “No, I think he’s doing a very good job,” the president said when asked if he is considering replacing Hegseth following the Republican…
+3 sources- military.comPentagon Says Secretary Hegseth Won't 'Back Down' as Democrats Win Congress and Impeachment Talk Grows
Hegseth could face investigations and impeachment. Hundreds of service members called an advocacy group on election night supporting such efforts.
- clickorlando.comTrump considers Ron DeSantis to replace Pete Hegseth at Pentagon, CBS News source says
One source told CBS News that GOP Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is being floated as a possible replacement for Hegseth, arguing DeSantis could go through Senate confirmation in the lame-duck period and then take the post when his term as governor expires Jan. 5.
- aljazeera.com‘Knives out’: Will Congress impeach Pete Hegseth after GOP midterms loss?
Democrats can adopt the impeachment articles in the House but will need Republican backing in the Senate.
- military.comPentagon Says Secretary Hegseth Won't 'Back Down' as Democrats Win Congress and Impeachment Talk Grows
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Joshua Wong, face of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests, jailed for 10 years
Wong, 30, is among hundreds of Hongkongers detained under the controversial national security law.
+3 sources- theguardian.comHong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison in national security case
Wong, 30, has been imprisoned since 2020 and is the only activist in Hong Kong prosecuted twice under national security laws
- npr.orgHong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison
Wong was sentenced for his second conviction under a Beijing-imposed national security law, in a case that critics say reflects the crackdown on the city's once-thriving pro-democracy movement.
- bloomberg.comHong Kong Jails Joshua Wong for a Decade in Collusion Case
Two months before he was due to walk free, Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to another decade in prison, underscoring authorities’ determination to keep the Chinese city’s era of mass protests firmly in the past.
- theguardian.comHong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison in national security case
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weartv.com
'Extinction-level event': DeSantis warns Republican Party faces political catastrophe
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is sounding the alarm after devastating Republican losses in the 2026 midterm elections, warning the party could face years in the pol
+9 sources- tampabay.comDeSantis’ election post-mortem: ‘Extinction-level event’ if not for Florida
DeSantis had harsh words for the brutal losses Republicans nationwide suffered.
- yahoo.comDeSantis says Florida GOP 'held the line'
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday that Republicans face a difficult road nationally after Democrats made major gains in the 2026 midterm elections, while praising Florida for holding the line against w...
- wjla.com'Extinction-level event': DeSantis warns Republican Party faces political catastrophe
"We're in a deep hole nationally as a result of this election," DeSantis warned.
- bloomberg.comDeSantis Calls GOP’s Midterm Wipeout ‘Extinction Level Event’
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said the blue wave that swept over just about every corner of the US on Election Day — except his state — was akin to a “meteor strike” for the Republican Party.
- fox13news.com2026 Election: DeSantis warns of ‘deep hole’ for Republicans nationally, says Florida held the line
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday that Republicans face a difficult road nationally after Democrats made major gains in the 2026 midterm elections, while praising Florida for holding the line against what Republicans described as a nationwide "blue wave."
- foxnews.comFlorida DeSantis describes GOP midterms wipeout as 'close to an extinction-level event' for Republicans
Outgoing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called the midterm elections results a "close to an extinction-level event" for Republicans around the U.S.
- fox49.tv'Extinction-level event': DeSantis warns Republican Party faces political catastrophe
"We're in a deep hole nationally as a result of this election," DeSantis warned.
- huffpost.comRon DeSantis Finds Scapegoat For GOP Midterm Flop — And It Isn't Iran Or High Prices
The Florida governor, who made it clear that the results were a rebuke of Trump, took his scapegoating in another direction.
- cbsnews.comGov. DeSantis calls midterm losses a "meteor strike," says Florida held the line against Democratic sweep
DeSantis warned Republicans could face years of political setbacks after sweeping midterm losses nationwide, even as Florida's GOP held key statewide offices.
- tampabay.comDeSantis’ election post-mortem: ‘Extinction-level event’ if not for Florida
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US midterm elections 2026 live: Democrats eye historic upset in Mississippi Senate race as Republican blame game begins
Democrat Scott Colom is leading Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith in the southern state by fewer than 1,200 votes
+8 sources- wlox.comHyde-Smith, Colom neck-and-neck with majority of votes tallied
As Election Day neared its end, junior senator candidates Cindy Hyde-Smith (R) and Scott Colom (D) addressed their watch parties to close the night.
- thehill.comMississippi Senate race too close to call
Mississippi’s Senate race remained too close to call early Wednesday, with Democratic challenger Scott Colom holding a razor-thin lead over Sen. Cindy Hyde Smith (R) by less than 1 percentage point. With nearly all ballots counted, Colom led Hyde-Smith by a little over 2,000 votes — 461,370 to 459,201 — as of early Wednesday morning,…
- mississippifreepress.orgDemocrat Scott Colom Leads Mississippi US Senate Race by 28 Votes Against Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith
At midnight, Democrat Scott Colom led Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith by just 28 votes out of nearly 1 million cast.
- bbc.comDemocrat ahead in Mississippi by dozens of votes in surprisingly tight race for Senate
If Democrat Scott Colom wins the race, he could become the first black US senator elected in Mississippi since 1875.
- cbsnews.comMississippi Senate race still a toss-up, with margin of under 100 votes
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.
- wlbt.comScott Colom projects victory in razor-thin Mississippi Senate race as uncounted ballots linger
The final outcome will likely hinge on uncounted ballots.
- nbcnews.comMississippi Senate race heads to an extended vote count and possible ballot battle
Both campaigns say “thousands” of ballots are outstanding as just a few dozen votes separate Democrat Scott Colom and GOP Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith.
- time.comHow the Mississippi Senate Race Became a Nail-Biter
Eyes are on the closely divided race, where Democratic challenger Scott Colom is leading GOP Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith by a razor-thin margin.
- wlox.comHyde-Smith, Colom neck-and-neck with majority of votes tallied
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nbcnews.com
Garlic bread, stolen trucks and a handwritten apology: Inside a convicted killer’s 10 days on the run
Jacob Morley, who was serving a life sentence for killing a co-worker four years ago, was apprehended Tuesday near Kansas City, Missouri, authorities said.
+8 sources- abcnews.comTennessee convicted murderer who escaped prison captured near Kansas City
Tennessee escaped murderer Jacob Morley has been caught near Kansas City, Missouri.
- cbsnews.comEscaped murderer captured over a week after breaking out of Tennessee prison
Jacob Morley was serving a life sentence at the Northwest Correctional Complex in Tennessee when he escaped by slipping through a fence on the property.
- krcgtv.comEscaped Tennessee inmate caught after 10 days on the run when his truck gets stuck in mud
An escaped Tennessee prisoner convicted of murder was recaptured Tuesday near Kansas City, Missouri, when his truck got stuck in the mud after troopers used roa
- channel3000.comEscaped Tennessee inmate caught after 10 days on the run when his truck gets stuck in the mud
A man convicted of murder who escaped from a Tennessee prison has been recaptured in Missouri after more than a week on the run. Authorities say Jacob Morley, who was
- bbc.comKiller who escaped Tennessee prison captured after week-long manhunt
Jacob Allen Morley was serving a life sentence for murder before he escaped over a prison fence.
- yahoo.comEscaped Tennessee inmate arrested in Missouri, ending nine-day manhunt
A multistate manhunt for a Tennessee inmate serving a life sentence for murder who escaped prison nine days ago ended Tuesday.
- newschannel9.comEscaped Tennessee inmate found and arrested in Missouri, TBI says
Authorities have arrested an escaped Tennessee inmate in Kansas City, Missouri, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation announced Tuesday.
- kfvs12.comEscaped murderer out of Tenn. arrested in Mo.
A convicted murderer who escaped from a Tennessee prison in late October was taken into custody in Missouri.
- abcnews.comTennessee convicted murderer who escaped prison captured near Kansas City
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wgme.com
How was Troy Jackson able to defeat Senator Susan Collins?
Democrat Troy Jackson defeated Republican Susan Collins Tuesday night, ending her nearly 30-year run in the Senate.
+10 sources- pressherald.comTroy Jackson leads Susan Collins by 6 points in final NYT/Press Herald/Siena poll
Maine's highest-profile race in years could determine the fate of the Senate.
- newsweek.comTroy Jackson's chances of beating Susan Collins—what final Maine polls show
While Jackson holds leads in several polls, Collins has defied comparable disadvantages in past races.
- nbcnews.comMaine U.S. Senate Election 2026 Live Results: Susan Collins vs. Troy Jackson
Follow live election results as voters head to the polls for the 2026 Maine Senate race. Watch in real-time as midterm outcomes arrive.
- bbc.comRepublican Susan Collins loses seat, ending almost 30 years in the Senate
Maine's Senate race was mired in controversy after Democratic nominee Graham Planter withdrew following multiple scandals.
- npr.orgTroy Jackson wins Maine Senate race over Susan Collins, in major coup for Democrats
The result is a crucial victory for Democrats in their push to retake the Senate majority, flipping a seat that Collins has held for nearly 30 years.
- abc7news.comMaine 2026 live midterm results: 5-term GOP Sen. Susan Collins concedes to Democratic challenger
Voters will cast ballots in the Senate race between Democrat Troy Jackson and incumbent GOP Sen. Susan Collins.
- cbsnews.comTroy Jackson wins 2026 Maine Senate election, ousting Susan Collins and flipping seat for Democrats
Democrat Troy Jackson defeated longtime GOP Sen. Susan Collins in the Maine Senate race, CBS News projects.
- foxnews.comGOP senator's 30-year reign ends as 5th-generation logger pulls off stunning upset
Troy Jackson's upset over Susan Collins ends her nearly three-decade Senate career and hands Democrats a critical pickup in the 2026 midterms.
- bostonglobe.comHow Troy Jackson toppled Susan Collins, the ultimate Republican survivor - The Boston Globe
Throughout his short campaign, Troy Jackson was doubted, disrepected, and counted out. But early Wednesday morning, he was exalted.
- thedailybeast.comRepublican Loser Takes Bitter Swipe at Her Own Voters
“They want angry rhetoric,” complained defeated Maine Senator Susan Collins.
- pressherald.comTroy Jackson leads Susan Collins by 6 points in final NYT/Press Herald/Siena poll
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pwc.com
Midterm elections shift control of next Congress and outlook for tax legislation
November 3 election results for the next Congress indicate that Democrats have won more than enough seats to control both the US House of Representatives and the US Senate.
+56 sources- aljazeera.comWhat time do polls open and close in the US midterm elections 2026?
The first polls are set to open in Vermont at 5am (10:00 GMT).
- bbc.comLive updates: 2026 US midterm elections and results
Donald Trump's Republican Party currently controls both chambers of Congress - but that could change after today's election.
- ms.now2026 midterm election results live: Poll closing times and key races
Follow live updates on the 2026 midterm elections, including poll closing times, key Senate, House and governor races and how to watch election night coverage.
- theguardian.comMidterm elections 2026: what time do the polls close today?
Here’s an hour-by-hour rundown of when polls close around the US, and some of the key races taking place
- npr.orgFour types of House races to watch on election night to know how it might go
As polls close on Election Day and results start rolling in, these are some of the House races that will help explain how the midterms are unfolding.
- pbs.orgHere's when polls are closing in your state this midterm election
While tens of millions of Americans have already cast their early votes in the 2026 midterm elections, millions more are expected to vote in person on Election Day.
- yahoo.comWhat early voting does and doesn’t tell us about the 2026 midterms
Approximately 54 million Americans have offered a glimpse into the midterm election, which is seeing an uptick in younger and racially diverse voters.
- nbcnews.comElection 2026 live updates: Voters head to the polls in a midterm battle for House and Senate control
Get live updates and the latest news on Election Day 2026 as midterm polls open and Democrats push to check Trump.
- nytimes.com2026 Midterm Elections Live Updates: Voters Head to the Polls to Decide Control of Congress
The elections, which cap a contentious campaign season, will offer the first nationwide verdict on President Trump’s second term. It could take days or weeks before the full results are known.
- abc7ny.comMidterm elections 2026: Live updates, election results and key races across the country
ABC has live updates on the 2026 midterm elections with real-time results, vote counts and the latest election news from across the country.
- texastribune.orgHere’s how 2026 midterm election votes will be counted in Texas
Results from early voting should start rolling out after polls close at 7 p.m. It will be hours before all races are called.
- cnbc.comWhat the 2026 midterm elections could mean for Trump's final two years
Oddsmakers and public polls place Democrats in a favorable position ahead of Election Day.
- boston.com2026 live election results: Mass. Ballot Question 4, Election Day voter registration
Follow along as votes are counted on election night.
- vineyardgazette.comIslanders Join Nation in Midterm Elections - The Vineyard Gazette
Islanders will join the rest of the country Tuesday in casting their ballots in the midterm elections. Polls open at 7 a.m. in all six towns and will close at 8 p.m.
- timesofindia.indiatimes.comUS Senate Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Trump's intervention falters as court dismisses election lawsuit - The Times of India
The 2026 US midterm elections are emerging as a test of how far political divisions, campaign spending and voter concerns can reshape the balance of
- wfyi.orgLive blog: Indiana's 2026 midterm elections
Follow this live blog for election updates throughout the day — WFYI's news team will be traveling around Indianapolis to talk to voters.
- wral.comElection Day latest: Polling issues in 4 counties, results delayed
Polls close at 7:30 p.m. for North Carolina’s 2026 midterms. Follow along with WRAL’s coverage with live updates from the polls and coverage of key races.
- abc7.comLive election results for 2026 California propositions. Here's where the races stand
California voters are deciding on 14 statewide propositions during the 2026 general election. Here's a look at election results as they come in for each proposition on the ballot.
- vermontpublic.orgLive results: Vermont's 2026 general election
Stay with Vermont Public for live results from Vermont's 2026 general election on November 3, 2026.
- wowt.comLIVE - Election Night 2026 streaming coverage & live updates
Track the latest Election Night updates on our liveblog and in the First Alert 6 streaming app.
- newschannel5.comCLICK HERE for the latest 2026 Midterm election results
Follow the latest 2026 Midterm election results here, including the race for governor and 3 Constitutional Amendments
- wtop.comLive results: Virginia midterm election 2026 – WTOP News
See live results of the 2026 midterm election in Virginia.
- wwmt.comWATCH LIVE: Michigan Election Night coverage, results and analysis
It's Election Day, and News Channel 3 is bringing you the latest as votes are counted in Michigan.
- cnn.comEarly election results suggest dramatic shifts in the House | CNN Politics
See how every US House district is shifting in the 2026 midterm elections compared with the 2024 presidential results, updated live as votes are counted.
- cbsnews.com2026 Texas midterm election results roll in as key races take shape
Texans are casting their ballots in the 2026 midterms, choosing candidates for key federal, statewide and local races.
- fox35orlando.comFlorida Election Day live updates: election results, analysis, news
Florida voters will decide a number of key races in Tuesday's 2026 midterm election, including the governor's race, attorney general's race, agriculture commissioner's race, U.S. Senate, several Congressional races, and three proposed amendments.
- oilcity.news2026 Wyoming General Election Results Live: US House/Senate and statewide races, Prop 1
CASPER, Wyo. — General election polls close at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3. Results are provided by the Associated Press. Contested races include U.S. Senate,
- michiganpublic.orgMichigan General Election Results 2026
Follow live Michigan election results for the 2026 midterm, including governor, U.S. Senate, Congress and state legislative races. See vote totals and race updates after polls close.
- abc13.comLatest midterm election results and live updates after polls close in Southeast Texas
ABC13 Houston is bringing you live updates throughout this Election Day in Texas, from voting information to the latest results throughout the night.
- 6abc.com2026 election live updates for Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware
Election results are coming in across the Philadelphia region, with several high-profile races already called in the 2026 midterm elections.
- fox13seattle.comWA election results 2026: Key house races, initiatives, ballot measures
Ballots are being counted across Washington following the 2026 midterm general election. Here's a look at the results.
- apnews.comSouth Carolina Governor Election Live Results 2026
Live results for the 2026 South Carolina Governor general election. Track election results with real-time vote counts, county-level maps and race calls from AP.
- wistv.comSouth Carolina 2026 election: Watch live coverage, race results
WIS will be live Tuesday night as Your First Alert to election results across South Carolina.
- wbko.comLive Updates: Kentucky voters cast ballots for 2026 midterms on Election Day
Kentuckians are making selections for local offices and at the state level as the polls are now open for the 2026 midterms.
- fox2detroit.comMichigan midterm election live results
See live race results across Michigan in the 2026 midterm election.
- denverpost.comElection night liveblog: Democrats gain control of Senate, retain seats in Colorado
Live election results, analysis and coverage from across the state as Coloradans vote in the 2026 election.
- kuow.orgLive updates: Washington voters likely to keep ‘millionaires tax’ after election night returns
Follow KUOW's live coverage of 2026 midterm elections in Seattle and Washington state.
- bridgemi.comMichigan election results: Governor, Senate, US House, proposals, more - Bridge Michigan
Live results of the top races throughout Michigan.
- abcnews.comVirginia 2026 live midterm results: Democrat Mark Warner projected winner of Senate race
Virginians headed to the polls Tuesday to vote in the midterm elections, which include races for one Senate seat and each of the state's 11 House seats.
- calmatters.orgLive California election results
Leer en español. As the votes are counted for California’s elections, we’ve got you covered with stories on all the key races, plus continually updated results below starting at 8 p.m. Pacific time. Follow breaking news from the CalMatters team throughout the day by reading our live blog. In close contests, it could take days, […]
- latimes.com2026 midterm election live results
General election 2026 live results: Follow live results as Angelenos and Californians vote for Los Angeles mayor, state governor and other state, county and city races.
- nysfocus.comNew York 2026 Election Results
Live 2026 New York election results for governor, comptroller, attorney general, Congress, and the Legislature, from the State Board of Elections.
- fox9.comLive results: Minnesota election 2026
Live results for the Minnesota midterm elections including governor, U.S. Senate, attorney general and U.S. congressional districts.
- nhpr.orgElection Live Updates: Democrats sweep federal races, as voter turnout surges across New Hampshire
Listen to NHPR for special live coverage and the latest 2026 election results.
- abc7news.comMidterm election results: Live updates for key races across the US
ABC has live updates on the 2026 midterm elections with real-time results, vote counts and the latest election news from across the country.
- wect.comWECT tracks election results, balance of power as polls close
When polls close tonight, WECT will stream live coverage as results come in.
- foxla.comLIVE: Election results in California
From the high-stakes races for California governor, LA mayor, and LA County sheriff to critical ballot measures and the battle for Congress, FOX 11 is tracking results in real time.
- signalcleveland.orgElection Day 2026 results: Ohio statewide offices and U.S. House and Senate - Signal Cleveland
We will have Ohio election results from the Associated Press for statewide races as they come in after polls close on Election Day.
- indepthnh.org2026 Election Results for New Hampshire - InDepthNH.org
New Hampshire voters are making their voices heard this Election Day, casting ballots in races that will help shape the future of the Granite State and the nation. Results will be updated throughout election night as new information becomes available. Election results are provided by The Associated Press. Question #2: Because of the way this […]
- wndu.comLIVE UPDATES: Latest election results for Indiana, Michigan races
WNDU will be your source for the latest local election information on Election Day (November 3).
- daytondailynews.comDems flip area Statehouse seats: Election 2026 live updates
Polls opened at 6:30 a.m. today for a consequental Election Day that will decide Ohio’s next governor, who will represent Ohio in Congress — and which party will control it — numerous Statehouse seats and local candidates and tax issues.
- contrariannews.orgLive Election Updates
Election results and live analysis from Jennifer Rubin, Tim Dickinson, and the Contrarian team
- thebanner.comStatewide
Track results from Maryland’s 2026 general election, including races for governor, attorney general, comptroller and statewide ballot measures. Follow live vote totals, county-by-county returns and race outcomes as results are reported.
- bbc.co.ukLive updates: 2026 US midterm elections and results
It comes after Vice-President JD Vance cited the war as the reason for his party's defeat, saying "everyone knows why we lost".
- kcur.orgHere are the key 2026 election results from Missouri
Missouri polling places are open from 6 a.m.-7 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 3. See results as they come in for the U.S. House contests, constitutional amendment and ballot questions.
- kwch.comMorning after Election Day: Where things stand
While the 2026 midterm election yielded historic results for Democrats at the state and national levels, there are numerous races yet to be called, including here in Kansas.
- aljazeera.comWhat time do polls open and close in the US midterm elections 2026?
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Haley Stevens triples down on Rogers endorsement after El-Sayed’s victory
Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) on Wednesday tripled down on her endorsement of Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate race, where Democrat Abdul El-Sayed took victory after a bitter midterm battle on the campaign trail. Rogers lost to El-Sayed, receiving 45.48 percent of the vote to El-Sayed’s 52.52 percent, according to The Hill’s election partner Decision…
+9 sources- yahoo.comDemocrats Win Michigan Senate as Abdul El-Sayed Makes History
Abdul El-Sayed will be the first Muslim U.S. senator in history.
- npr.orgDemocrat Abdul El-Sayed defeats Republican Mike Rogers in key Michigan Senate race
El-Sayed's campaign tested how an antiestablishment candidate on the left would fare in a perennial Midwest battleground. With the win, he'll become the first Muslim American to serve in the Senate.
- theguardian.comProgressive Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race to become first Muslim US senator
Democrat defeats Mike Rogers in race marked by Islamophobic attacks from Trump and Republican allies
- bbc.comLeft-wing Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race
El-Sayed bested Republican Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim senator in US history.
- cbsnews.comFrom "inshallah" to "alhamdulillah": Abdul El-Sayed celebrates historic Michigan Senate win in victory speech
The projected first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate told supporters in Detroit he had said "God willing" about the race all along, then took aim at Rogers, Vance and Trump. Here's what he said.
- clickondetroit.comArab Americans, Muslims celebrate historic win for El-Sayed as History and triumph over bigotry
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed’s Senate win, part of a historic “Blue Wave” that swept Michigan and the rest of the country, has renewed focus on the voices and votes of Arab Americans.
- foxnews.comNYC's Mamdani says Abdul El-Sayed's Senate victory in Michigan 'means so much to so many'
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani praised Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan Senate win over Republican Mike Rogers, describing it as "incredibly exciting."
- timesofindia.indiatimes.com'Over a billion of them': Abdul El-Sayed's reply to uncle over marrying an Indian goes viral
Abdul El-Sayed made history on Wednesday by becoming the first Muslim elected to the US Senate in the midterm elections, which saw Democrats gain control of Congress.
- latimes.comCommentary: Say his name: Abdul El-Sayed becomes the nation's first Muslim senator
Beyond the political implications, El-Sayed speaks for those of us who have been othered by our “foreign” heritage, the color of our skin, the food we eat, our accents or the way we pray.
- yahoo.comDemocrats Win Michigan Senate as Abdul El-Sayed Makes History
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Datacenters were on the ballot. US voters rejected them
Voters approved nearly every datacenter moratorium that was on the ballot, dozens in total in Tuesday’s elections
+4 sources- wired.comThe Results Are In: Voters Hate Data Centers
From high-profile Senate races to local rezoning initiatives, data centers and their supporters did miserably on the ballot in the 2026 midterms.
- cnbc.comVoters rebuff data centers in every ballot measure except one during the 2026 midterms
Voters in the states at the heart of the AI data center boom pushed back on the buildout on Election Night.
- 404media.coAmerican Voters Overwhelmingly Reject AI Data Centers
Data centers were on the ballot in dozens of races last night. They lost most of them.
- foxbusiness.comData centers were on the ballot, and voters sent unmistakable message
Local ballot measures targeting data centers passed overwhelmingly as voters raised concerns about energy bills, land use and the economic impact of AI development.
- wired.comThe Results Are In: Voters Hate Data Centers
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‘Gun That Won the West’ is Idahoans’ top state gun pick
The Winchester Model 1873 led Idaho’s vote for state gun with 31 percent in a non-binding election honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the state’s firearms heritage.
+2 sources- ua.news2026 U.S. Elections: Idaho to Choose Official State Firearm from Among Six Models — CNN
In the election in the U.S. state of Idaho, residents are not only deciding on political issues but also selecting the state’s symbolic weapon. The ballot features six models of firearms—ranging from the legendary 1873 Colt “Peacemaker” revolver to the Remington 700 rifle.
- kxly.comIdaho voters choose 'Gun That Won the West' as state gun
BOISE, Idaho - It's a ceremonial vote, but the results were overwhelming: Idaho voters chose the Winchester Model 1873 as the state gun.
- ua.news2026 U.S. Elections: Idaho to Choose Official State Firearm from Among Six Models — CNN
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Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international duty after Portugal boss fallout
Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football following a fallout with Portugal boss Jorge Jesus.
+1 source- nbcnews.comSoccer star Cristiano Ronaldo announces his international retirement from Portugal
“To the Portuguese people, the day has come for me to hand back the No. 7 shirt of our national team,” the 41-year-old soccer star said in a video message.
- nbcnews.comSoccer star Cristiano Ronaldo announces his international retirement from Portugal
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Hakeem Jeffries set to make history as first Black house speaker
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House in U.S. history after Democrats flipped the chamber in the 2026 midterm elections, securing majority control of Congress.
+8 sources- cnn.comHakeem Jeffries is on track to make House speaker history. But major challenges lay ahead | CNN Politics
Hakeem Jeffries is now on a clear path to be elected House speaker in January, a position that effectively hands him control of a newly resurgent Democratic party in President Donald Trump’s final two years in power.
- npr.orgHakeem Jeffries is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House
As speaker, the New York Democrat would be second in the presidential line of succession, after the vice president. He has vowed to focus on affordability and holding the administration accountable.
- aljazeera.comHakeem Jeffries promises ‘affordability’ focus after Democratic midterm win
Democratic leader says party expects at least 255 House seats and promises to deliver on affordability.
- fox5atlanta.comProgressives fume at Hakeem Jeffries for saying Democrats won't 'get even' with Trump
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., drew progressive criticism Wednesday after saying Democrats should focus on lowering costs following their midterm victories instead of getting "even" with the Trump administration.
- abcnews.comElection 2026 live results: Hakeem Jeffries officially launches bid to be 1st Black speaker of the House
House Democrats will hold leadership elections on Nov. 18.
- sg.news.yahoo.comHakeem Jeffries Faces Backlash After 1 Telling Comment On Possible Trump Impeachment
Jeffries is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House after Democrats won a resounding midterm victory on Tuesday.
- yahoo.comDemocrats Preview Plan to Tackle Affordability, Investigate Trump
Democrats are now preparing to step into power on Capitol Hill, and while some are promising to deliver on their affordability agenda, the House Oversight Committee is already vowing to lead new inves...
- nytimes.comFive Things to Know About Hakeem Jeffries
The New York Democrat who is in line to be the first Black speaker was raised in Brooklyn, is a moderate who is cautious by nature and loves a hip-hop reference.
- cnn.comHakeem Jeffries is on track to make House speaker history. But major challenges lay ahead | CNN Politics
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Dublin to Rome flight diverted after bomb threat
The plane issued an emergency alert and landed in northern France.
+9 sources- bbc.co.ukSeven planes searched after suspected bomb threats across Europe
One flight to Warsaw was diverted, while another in Rome was escorted by a military jet. No explosives have been found.
- theguardian.comSeven reported bomb threats against European flights confirmed as false alarms – Europe live
Bomb threats were made on routes involving a number of airlines, including Ryanair and WizzAir
- twincities.comFlights across Europe face disruption after false bomb threats
No injuries were reported, and none of the planes made emergency landings.
- independent.co.ukSeven European flights searched over suspected bomb attacks: Live updates
A plane departing from London Heathrow has been diverted to Warsaw-Modlin
- bloomberg.comSeries of Bomb Threats Forces Flight Diversions Across Europe
The European aviation industry was jolted by an unusual spate of bomb threats in the past two days, with planes carrying hundreds of passengers being diverted to airports under the watch of fighter jets. No explosives were found.
- yahoo.comBomb threats ground flights across Europe
A series of bomb threats grounded flights across Europe on Tuesday, raising suspicions of a co-ordinated sabotage attempt.
- inshorts.comRyanair planes searched in Rome after bomb threats
Two Ryanair aircraft were searched after landing in Rome following suspected bomb threats targeting several flights across Europe, triggering security checks at multiple airports and disrupting air travel. One of the aircraft, which departed from Dublin, was escorted by Italian Air Force before landing in the Italian capital. Both planes subsequently underwent security inspection by authorities.
- nbcnews.comWave of bomb threats against European airliners triggers diversions and tarmac searches
No explosives have been found, and it is not clear who or what is behind the calls, but the threats alone have disrupted Europe’s airspace and some of its busiest airports.
- euronews.com'Too early' to say if Europe flight bomb threats linked, EU says
The incidents come after some 10 European flights were targeted by bomb threats on Tuesday, forcing the brief closure of a Warsaw airport and the scrambling of air force planes in Rome. #EuropeNews
- bbc.co.ukSeven planes searched after suspected bomb threats across Europe
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Vice-President JD Vance says Republicans lost big because of war in Iran
President Donald Trump earlier acknowledged the Iran war was a factor but stood defiant on his decision to launch the attacks.
+13 sources- ft.comRepublicans turn on each other after disastrous midterms
GOP figures lash out at Donald Trump, his candidates and his staff over Iran war, cost of living and corruption allegations
- foxnews.comVance's scathing Iran war postmortem puts potential 2028 GOP showdown in focus: 'Everyone knows why'
JD Vance blamed the war for Republicans' sweeping midterm elections losses, saying voters who backed Trump in 2024 turned against the party in 2026.
- thehill.comRomney counts reasons GOP lost: ‘Bad policy, bad character’
Former Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) on Wednesday listed off reasons he thought his party failed in this year’s midterms, in which Democrats won both the House and Senate. “Bad policy, bad character make bad politics: erratic tariffs, impulsive Iran war, blanket pardons, apparent corruption, weaponized justice, ICE [Immigration and Customs Enforcement] brutality, mountainous deficits, hiding…
- cnbc.comCrude oil prices fall below $90 a barrel as Vance blames GOP election defeat on Iran war
Crude oil prices tumbled Wednesday after Vice President JD Vance blamed the Republicans' steep midterm election losses on the Iran war.
- nbcnews.comVance tiptoes out on his own after a midterm wipeout for Republicans
The vice president, who has said the results could factor into his decision about running for president, sought rare, but meaningful, distance from Trump on the Iran war Wednesday.
- abcnews.comVance blames Iran war for Republicans' midterms defeat. Trump says he would 'do it again'
ABC News Voter poll found 34% of voters say the war was "crucial" to their vote.
- aljazeera.comTrump admits war on Iran led to election wipeout but he ‘had to do it’
President Trump admits Iran war 'largely' caused Republicans' US election wipeout, but says he 'had to do it'.
- theguardian.comPete Hegseth may take fall for Republicans’ midterm losses, despite Trump support
JD Vance calls Iran war into question as Thomas Massie files eight articles of impeachment
- yahoo.comFox Contributor Whines ‘Disloyal’ Vance Is Backstabbing Trump
A Fox News panelist has called JD Vance’s loyalty to Donald Trump into question after the vice president blamed the Iran War for Republicans’ midterm troubles. During a post-election broadcast of Spe...
- timesofindia.indiatimes.comTrump Jr backs JD Vance's 'reason we lost is the Iran war' remark after US midterms defeat
Every word of this is 💯💯💯
- wral.comAfter midterm loss, Trump is left to weigh his next move in Iran war that contributed to GOP debacle
WASHINGTON (AP) — As he takes stock of his Republican Party's midterm drubbing, President Donald Trump now faces the difficult question of what to do about his unpopular 8-month-old war against Iran.
- cnn.comRepublicans quickly turn against Pete Hegseth after midterms rout | CNN Politics
President Donald Trump may have made the decision to launch the war that tanked voters’ support for the GOP and dealt them a midterm shellacking. But the historic losses are accelerating a push for someone else to take the fall: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
- npr.orgIran wary of new U.S. attacks despite Trump noting war's role in election losses
Both President Trump and Vice President JD Vance acknowledged the role the Iran war played in the GOP's election loss. Iran agrees, but it is wary of new attacks.
- ft.comRepublicans turn on each other after disastrous midterms
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What can Democrats actually do now they have won Congress?
Democrats have taken back the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms. Here’s what a majority in Congress means for them – and for Trump
+54 sources- thehill.comTexas, Alaska, Maine Senate races flip blue on DDHQ map
Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ) is forecasting Senate races in Texas, Alaska and Maine will flip toward Democrats on Tuesday, enough to put the party in a prime position of winning back the upper chamber. …
- yahoo.comFrom Texas to Maine, Democrats are leading in Senate battlegrounds: Here's what the latest polls show
In order to flip the Senate, Democrats need to keep control of their 47 seats and gain four more.
- natesilver.netWhere polls and fundamentals clash
Democrats’ Senate odds are boosted by higher-quality candidates. But polls and other data mostly tell a consistent story.
- npr.orgWhat early voting numbers tell us about the midterms : Here & Now Anytime
Early voting numbers show large turnout among Black voters, young people and other groups that typically support Democrats. Meanwhile, opinion polls show Democrats winning enough seats to take control of the House, while control of the Senate remains up for grabs. We hear more from NPR's Stephen Fowler, who is traveling the country. Then, a political earthquake went off in Michigan on Sunday after Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens withdrew her endorsement of Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and backed Republican Mike Rogers. Detroit Free Press' M.L. Elrick talks about what it means for the race. And, President Trump's Justice Department on Monday asked the Supreme Court to force California to set aside thousands of disputed ballots. We speak with Barbara McQuade, a law professor at the University of Michigan.
- foxnews.comThe battle for Congress is just the beginning. Here's what's at stake on Election Day
Election Day 2026 sees Republicans defending slim majorities as early voting shatters records with over 54 million ballots already cast nationwide.
- bbc.comThree scenarios for how the US midterm results could unfold
Democratic wave or Republican resilience? Here are three possible outcomes after Americans have their say.
- cbsnews.com2026 elections live updates on final day of midterm voting to determine Senate and House control
All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are on the ballot, while 36 states will be electing governors.
- cnbc.com5 things to watch on Election Day as Democrats push for control of Congress
Voters head to the polls Tuesday to decide control of Congress in an election that will define the last two years of Donald Trump's presidency.
- nbcnews.comFloods and severe weather beset parts of the U.S. on Election Day
The weather’s effect on voter turnout will be watched closely by campaigns seeking to draw as many supporters out to the polls as possible.
- newsweek.comDemocrats lead all Senate races surveyed by ‘most accurate pollster’
As voters head to the polls, Democrats hold advantages across 10 Senate contests that could shape control of Congress.
- nytimes.comEarly Voting Turnout Offers Promising Signs for Democrats
Early voting figures tell an incomplete story, but strong turnout among key demographics stood out in critical Senate battlegrounds.
- finance.yahoo.comPrediction markets give Republicans slightly better odds of holding the Senate. They’re more aligned with pollsters regarding the House.
Prediction markets and pollsters both say Democrats are favored to take both the US House and Senate on Tuesday.
- wbur.orgMass. voters hit the polls on Election Day
Across the country, the focus is on a few key races that could shift the balance of power on Capitol Hill. But in Massachusetts, incumbents are broadly expected to keep their seats. Residents are focused on the nine ballot questions that ask about issues ranging from gun laws to election rules.
- rte.ieDemocrats eye House gains as key races tighten
Democrats need four seats to win the House, but redistricting and several highly competitive races could complicate matters.
- wpr.orgWith Wisconsin's leadership on the line, voters head to the polls
It's Election Day, and voters in Wisconsin will choose Wisconsin's next governor. Their votes also could shift control in the state Legislature, where Republicans have held control for two decades.
- 19thnews.orgJuliana Stratton’s win in Illinois exemplifies a changing Senate
The midterm elections are set to reshape the face of an institution historically dominated by older White men and often likened to a country club.
- independent.co.ukUS midterm predictions latest: Democrats tipped to sweep Congress
Over $1.6 billion worth of bets have been placed this year according to one prediction platform
- pbs.orgLive 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.
- globalnews.caU.S. midterm early returns suggest young voters swinging away from Trump, GOP - National | Globalnews.ca
Democrats are looking to win majorities in the House and Senate, which would curb Trump's power after he's faced few limits from a compliant Republican-controlled Congress.
- wsmv.comWhy some early Tennessee election results show razor-thin margins
With more than 50% of ballots counted in Tennessee, some races are seemingly close.
- cnn.comA blue wave, a rejection of Trump and other takeaways from the midterms | CNN Politics
The Democratic wave is here. The party claimed control of Congress and won governors’ races across the country on Tuesday – and now, as votes are counted in more key states, the question is how many more Republicans will be wiped out.
- bloomberg.comDemocrats Win US House Control, Move Closer to Senate Majority
Democrats won control of both chambers of the US Congress in a midterm election landslide that amounted to a rejection of President Donald Trump following widespread voter discontent with the economy and the war in Iran.
- calmatters.orgWill Democrats control Congress? Their path runs through California. Watch these races
As Democrats fight to control Congress, the party needs midterm California voters to deliver on the promise of Prop. 50 and oust five Republicans
- kstp.comThe Latest: Voters hand Democrats Senate control in sharp rebuke to Trump’s power
Democrats won control of the U.S. Senate and are on the brink of taking the House in Tuesday’s 2026 midterm elections in a widespread repudiation of President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. Six Senate seats and two dozen in the House have flipped toward Democrats. It’s the first time in decades that Texas, Kansas and South Carolina have elected Democratic senators. Democrats in Georgia, Ohio, Iowa and Texas also won races for governor, flipping GOP-held offices. According to The AP Voter Poll, most voters appear to blame Trump's administration for high costs and want Congress to impose more checks on him.
- stlpr.orgIllinois election results: U.S. Senate, governor and congressional races
Voters in the Metro East cast ballots on Tuesday for governor, secretary of state and attorney general and in midterm contests for U.S. Senate and House.
- channel3000.comWisconsin Democrats win majority in State Senate
MADISON, Wis. -- For the first time in over 15 years, Democrats will hold a majority in the Wisconsin State Senate.
- texastribune.orgTexas GOP's gerrymander could backfire in U.S. House races
Republicans were heading toward losses in two U.S. House seats they already controlled and appeared on track to flip no more than one of their gerrymander targets.
- fox6now.comWisconsin election: Democrats win control of State Legislature for first time since 2011
For the first time since 2011, Democrats now have control of the Wisconsin Legislature after winning several key races during the 2026 midterm elections.
- hollywoodreporter.comKimmel Bashes Trump After Democrats’ Midterms “Tsunami”: “The Only Ass on His Mind Is the One That Just Got Handed to Him”
The ABC fixture was the first late night host to weigh in on the dramatic election results that included historic wins and the Democrats projected to take control of both chambers of Congress.
- ctmirror.orgBlue wave crashes over CT General Assembly
Democrats project majorities of at least 30-6 in the Senate and 111-40 in the House, with other races too close to call late Tuesday night.
- spotlightpa.orgDemocrats flip PA Senate, giving Shapiro a powerful trifecta
Unofficial election results show Pennsylvania Democrats are on track to win both chambers of the PA legislature.
- latimes.comRaman leads Bass in L.A. mayor’s race, Becerra wins governor, Democrats seize control of Congress
The race for Los Angeles mayor remained too close to call. Nationally, Democrats celebrated historic victories allowing them to seize control of Congress. Follow our live coverage.
- wunc.orgDemocrats to take majority in NC House, fall short of Senate majority
Democrats picked up four seats in the state Senate and are on track to flip more than a 16 seats in the House.The exact number of flipped seats could remain unclear in the coming days because multiple races could go to a recount.
- euronews.comUS midterms: What Trump's defeat means for Europe and global markets
Democrats have won both chambers of the US Congress. For Europe, the big questions are tariffs and Ukraine, where Trump still holds much of his power.
- newsday.comDemocrats make sweeping gains at the state level, taking control of legislatures and shifting power - Newsday
Democrats made sweeping gains in state governments in the midterm elections, taking control of several legislatures and shifting the balance of power across battleground and historically Republican-leaning states.
- newrepublic.comDemocrats Take Over Total Control in Four States With Trifecta Power
Democrats have secured a trifecta in four states this election—winning both chambers of the state legislature and the governor’s seat.
- wlrn.orgFlorida Republicans lose supermajority in state House. Hold slight edge of state Senate
Florida House Democratic Leader-designate Christine Hunschofsky said breaking the supermajority means Republicans can no longer act alone on certain major decisions, including overriding a governor’s veto or bypassing legislative rules, which require a two-thirds vote.
- mining.comDemocrats’ win puts US mining agenda under scrutiny
Democrats’ capture of Congress raises the prospect of greater scrutiny of President Donald Trump’s mining and energy agenda, even as pressure to […]
- abcnews.comDemocrats take the House. Here’s what they plan to investigate and their legislative agenda
"Lawyer up," the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee said.
- time.comWhat Experts Think the Democratic Blue Wave Will Mean For Climate Action
With a new majority in the House and Senate, here's what climate experts think Democrats will prioritize.
- grist.orgWhat a historic ‘blue wave’ midterm means for climate action
Democrats swept Congress and won in the states. Here are the races that matter most for decarbonization, disasters, and data centers.
- cfr.orgDemocrats Win Control of Congress. Here’s How That Could Affect U.S. Foreign Policy. | Council on Foreign Relations
Democrats won both the House and the Senate, setting up two years of divided government with a Republican White House. Nine CFR experts break down what that could mean for U.S. foreign policy.
- cleantechnica.comBlue Wave Not Climate Related, But Critical To Clean Energy & Electric Vehicles - CleanTechnica
Democrats absolutely crushed Republicans during the US midterm elections. I saw that it was the biggest electoral win since 1974. Texas is blue! Not just one position in Texas either — the governor is now a Democrat, a Democrat was elected to the US Senate, and the whole Texas legislature ... [continued]
- wfyi.orgDemocrats break Indiana House supermajority
A projected blue wave made a dent in Indiana Republican power Tuesday. At the Statehouse, Democrats broke the supermajority in the House and won districts they have not won in decades.
- aljazeera.comDemocrats won Congress. But can they deliver on their promises?
Despite their midterm election victories, Democrats face major obstacles to reining in Trump on Iran, tariffs and more.
- slate.comDemocrats’ Blue Wave Could Get Even Bigger
The elections are too close to call, but they’re not looking bad.
- ksat.comTexas Democrats rode a ‘blue-nami’ to power. What now?
Texas Democrats’ stunning sweep of statewide races — from governor to attorney general — appears to now be paired with a new majority in the Texas House.
- alaskapublic.org6 takeaways from Alaska’s election
Alaska’s election night brought surprises, close races and the likelihood of a Democratic governor for the first time in nearly 25 years.
- newyorker.comThe Night That Texas Went Blue
Before yesterday, Texas had not elected a Democrat to statewide office in 32 years. Now nearly every key position will be held by a Democrat.
- heatmap.newsDemocrats Retake Congress. Here’s What They Plan to Do With It.
Restoring renewable tax credits and investigating Energy Department funding cuts are on the table.
- staradvertiser.comTrump accepts electoral losses as he shows off ballroom construction | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Democrats vowed today to use their resounding midterm victory to rein in President Donald Trump, setting up two years of possible deadlock in Washington, as Trump spent his first post-election appearance showing off his under-construction White House ballroom.
- theconversation.comDemocrats in House poised to investigate the Trump Administration, taking up a long-standing power GOP-led Congress ignored for the past two years
Oversight has played an important role in American democracy. House Democrats – who are set to be the majority party in that chamber in 2027 – aim to use that power over the Trump administration.
- breakingdefense.comWhat now? Budget fight, Hegseth impeachment on deck for defense-focused lawmakers after midterms - Breaking Defense
Republicans now have a small window to advance defense funding priorities before Democrats take control of Capitol Hill.
- wsj.comVance Breaks With Trump and Steps Into Political Abyss
Plus, Democrats’ disciplined messaging on the economy paid off on Election Day, and how midterm results threaten America’s AI boom.
- thehill.comTexas, Alaska, Maine Senate races flip blue on DDHQ map
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Democratic Senate set to thwart Trump’s Supreme Court and judicial appointments
The White House will struggle to appoint new judges over the next two years, including any potential Supreme Court nominee.
+1 source- yahoo.comNew Democratic Senate Spells Doom for Trump's Judicial Nominees (opinion)
The Senate's new Democratic majority is unlikely to approve any Republican judges.
- yahoo.comNew Democratic Senate Spells Doom for Trump's Judicial Nominees (opinion)
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time.com
What the Midterms Mean for the Iran War
Iranian leaders have hailed what they say is Americans’ rejection of the war, while Republicans look for answers and Democrats decide what’s next.
+4 sources- aljazeera.com‘Seismic shift’: World reacts to US midterm election results
Iran's top negotiator says US voters sent a “NO TO WAR” message, as Trump's Democratic opponents take Congress.
- cbsnews.comU.S. election results, a sharp setback for Trump, draw reaction from around the world
Iran says the U.S. election results reflect a rejection of war and Spain's leader says it's another sign of a right-wing populist wave falling apart.
- thehill.comIran is the biggest winner of Tuesday’s election
Iran is the biggest winner of Tuesday’s election — or at least, that is what Tehran will likely conclude. Recall that last month, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps spokesperson Gen. Hossein Mohebbi, in a 25-page letter to the “Honorable People of the United States of America,” encouraged “Americans to vote against President Trump ahead of the midterm elections to change U.S. policy toward Tehran…
- bloomberg.comTrump’s Talk of War in Iran Cooled by Midterms
Tuesday’s election laid bare just how much Americans are against the conflict.
- aljazeera.com‘Seismic shift’: World reacts to US midterm election results
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Six dead and others injured in fire at Brooklyn building
The cause of the blaze is not yet clear, after 230 fire and emergency medical personnel went to the scene.
+1 source- nypost.comBrooklyn house fire kills 6, injures several others including 3 firefighters
Six people were killed in a three-alarm blaze that ripped through a home in Brooklyn early Thursday morning, injuring seven others – including three firefighters.
- nypost.comBrooklyn house fire kills 6, injures several others including 3 firefighters
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espn.com
What 18 contenders should do at the NFL trade deadline: Who could get aggressive?
Should the Giants keep adding? Could the Bills go all-in? Would the Steelers stay conservative? Here's how 18 teams at or above .500 should approach the deadline.
+1 source- sports.yahoo.com15 players to watch amid NFL trade deadline buzz
Yahoo Sports' Frank Schwab and Eric Edholm highlight 15 players who could be trade candidates prior to the deadline.
- sports.yahoo.com15 players to watch amid NFL trade deadline buzz
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wdrbwave.com
Indiana House shifts to bipartisan balance as 14-year GOP supermajority ends
Indiana House Republicans lost their 14-year supermajority in Tuesday's election.
+1 source- wsbt.comElection shakes up Indiana House, breaks Republican supermajority
The political earthquake that rocked Capitol Hill Tuesday extended to a lesser degree to the Indiana Statehouse.Democrats were able to pick up 16 seats in the I
- wsbt.comElection shakes up Indiana House, breaks Republican supermajority
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Abdul El-Sayed’s victory has laid bare a truth about America's view on Israel | Peter Beinart
In Michigan, support for Israel was a kind of political hologram. But the media often made it seem real
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Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq plunge in dramatic reversal, giving back post-election rally gains
US stock futures split as the crosscurrents of a power shift in Washington, the war in Iran, earnings, and labor market data overlapped.
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cnbc.com
Three tax proposals targeting the rich that the new Congress could revive
Democrats' sweeping victories could revive tax proposals targeting carried interest, large trusts, and borrowing against stock.
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The Russell Brand I saw in court was not the flamboyant character most people will know
Brand stood upright in the dock as the verdicts were read out in court - ending this sometimes surreal trial.
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Kanye West seen with all 4 kids for first time in 2 years during rare family outing with Bianca Censori
The rapper hasn’t been pictured with all four of his kids in over two years.
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expressnews.com
Mid-decade redistricting proves a losing proposition for Texas GOP
Mid-decade redistricting was indicative of a rejection of partisan politics in which voters said: We’ll choose our representatives, not the other way around.
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theverge.com
Tech is about to get hammered in Congress
Democrats will still have to navigate potential Trump vetoes.
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scotusblog.com
The midterms and SCOTUS
Plus, a look at the two cases that will be argued on Monday.
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The Democrats are coming. Here’s how they want to change pharma and healthcare.
This week’s slate of Democratic winners have set their sights on expanding healthcare, removing RFK Jr. from HHS and pulling back the curtain on Trump’s secretive pharma deals.
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cnbc.com
Markets cool after the monster midterm rally with Musk's stocks under pressure
Futures are mixed and oil settles after a sharp sell-off
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cnbc.com
Chinese AI lab Moonshot turned to Europe for Nvidia Blackwell access amid U.S. China curbs, sources tell CNBC
Moonshot AI has sought leasing agreements with neoclouds for advanced chips in Europe, as U.S. export controls restrict their import to China.
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Motorola is going ultra premium with its $1,600 ‘Signature’ phone
Holy RAMageddon.
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Tatum O’Neal’s son spills on Oscar-winning actress’ ‘drug problem’: Time to ‘let it rip’
The 62-year-old “Paper Moon” star made headlines in 2020 for a drug overdose, which led to a near-fatal stroke and a six-week coma.
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cnbc.com
Wendy's rejects $1.4 billion takeover proposal from Nelson Peltz’s Trian
Wendy's said the $1.4 billion takeover proposal does not reflect potential gains from the burger chain's turnaround strategy.
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Trump takes 500 actions to weaken cancer protections, new report says
Natural Resources Defense Council shows how federal rules changes will spike up public’s exposure to carcinogens
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fortune.com
Fortune Tech: What the U.S. election means for AI data centers | Fortune
In today's edition: Airbnb, Apple, OpenAI, Oracle, Qualcomm, SpaceX, Uber, and more Fortune Brainstorm AI speakers.
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Discord is ditching Electron and its new app uses less RAM
Discord is moving its apps fully over to the Rust programming language.
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theconversation.com
Pennsylvania Democrats now have power to push forward on election reform, marijuana legalization and minimum wage increases
Pennsylvania has had a split legislature since 2000. No more.
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politico.eu
‘Skip the TED talk’: Iran trolls Vance over midterm defeat analysis
The speaker of Tehran’s parliament jabbed the U.S. vice president for his 614-word missive on X.
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ms.now
Opinion | The biggest takeaway from the GOP’s gerrymander failure
Republicans tried to cherry-pick their own voters based on hubris, greed, and a plethora of bad assumptions.
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npr.org
Democrats' First 100 Hours, Outstanding Midterm Races, Trump Doubles Down On Policies : Up First from NPR
Democrats are preparing an ambitious opening agenda for their new congressional majority, including efforts to restore health subsidies, reverse Medicaid cuts, rein in tariffs and challenge the war with Iran.Two Senate races remain undecided as Democrats continue gaining ground in places Republicans once considered safe, underscoring how dramatically the electorate shifted in the midterms.President Trump says the war with Iran hurt Republicans at the polls but insists he would make the same decision again, even as he rejects the idea that the losses were a repudiation of him.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.Today’s episode of Up First was edited by Jason Breslow, Megan Pratz, Rebekah Metzler, Mohamad ElBardicy, and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Ziad Buchh and Nia Dumas. Our director is Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Neisha Heinis and Patrick Murray.Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.And our deputy Executive Producer is Kelley Dickens.(0:00) Introduction(01:51) Democrats' First 100 Hours(05:33) Outstanding Midterm Races(09:19) Trump Doubles Down On Policies
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slate.com
Get Ready for the Great Democratic Judicial Blockade
Some earthquakes are felt with greatest force far from their epicenter.
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jpost.com
Abdul El-Sayed Senate election: How Cairo, Middle East analysts view the win | The Jerusalem Post
Samir Ragheb, President of the Arab Foundation for Development and Strategic Studies, told TML that although El-Sayed "carries weight across the Arab and Muslim worlds … Cairo heard criticism."
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bostonglobe.com
‘It broke my heart’: ICE enforcement in Maine may have contributed to Collins’s loss - The Boston Globe
Dozens of residents left their "I voted" stickers at the memorial for the Colombian man shot and killed by an ICE agent in Biddeford earlier this year.
