Iranians celebrate Democrat victory in US midterms
US President Donald Trump acknowledged the Republicans’ crushing defeat was partly due to the war on Iran.
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Democratic progressive wing notches win in California Central Valley
Campaign focused on cost of living issues and backlash over ICE raids pays dividends for progressive Randy Villegas.
Hakeem Jeffries promises ‘affordability’ focus after Democratic midterm win
Democratic leader says party expects at least 255 House seats and promises to deliver on affordability.
No booze, no rain and The Great Depression: the last time Dems won in Kansas | CNN Politics
For the first time since 1932, Kansas has elected a Democratic senator. CNN looks at how life has changed quite dramatically since then for Kansans.
Democrat Jon Rosenthal elected Texas railroad commissioner over controversial Republican Bo French
State representative Rosenthal’s win comes after national backlash to French’s social media remarks targeting south Asian Americans
Chuck Schumer heralds Democrats' 'generational remake' of Senate
In remarks the day after his party flipped control of Congress, the Senate Minority Leader said voters had spoken clearly about their priorities, and said it's up to the Democratic party to…
Kansas just elected a Democrat. His message to Washington? Be decent
The Methodist pastor who flipped a Republican Senate seat says voters want more than political change. He tells NPR what he heard from Kansans about decency, faith and finding common ground.
The biggest winners and losers of the 2026 US midterms
Historic firsts, surprise victories and expensive defeats as Democrats take control of Congress.
California progressive Randy Villegas wins redrawn House seat for Democrats
Community college professor unseats incumbent Republican David Valdao in seat redrawn under Prop 50
Stacey Abrams says Democrat wins in Georgia offer opportunity for 'correcting and restoring rights'
After a historic election night for Georgia and many southern states, former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams speaks to Morning Edition about what these wins mean for Democrats.
Key moments as Democrats sweep to victories in US midterms
Democrats have been celebrating across the US after a series of victories saw them take control of both chambers.
Presidential hopeful Vance appears to question Iran war after polls debacle
Vance cited trusted pollster saying Iran war, Israel ties were top of mind for Trump voters swinging to Democrats.
The new Congress may struggle to push a progressive agenda
Major change on key issues, such as Israel-Palestine, will be limited by the president and the Democratic establishment.
Tears, cheers and disbelief: Voters celebrate as Democrats flip red states | CNN Politics
Across the country, voters reacted with joy and disbelief as Democrats pulled off stunning midterm upsets, claiming victories in traditional Republican strongholds including Iowa, South Caro…
The last time a Kansas Democrat was in the Senate, the Wizard of Oz was in cinemas
Adam Hamilton, a pastor, has made history as the first Kansas Democrat to win the Senate in almost 100 years.