Politics

Democrats flip 7 Republican seats and win US Senate majority

The Democratic Party won seats in traditionally Republican states like Texas, Kansas, and Ohio, securing control of the chamber in the midterm elections.

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Published November 4, 2026, 08:17 (Brasília time) · 2 min read

Politician speaking into a microphone at a podium, surrounded by supporters holding flags. — Candidate speaks to supporters during an election event Photo: Reprodução/Poder360

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What happened: The Democratic Party won seven Republican seats and took control of the United States Senate in the midterm elections.
Who is affected: North American voters and lawmakers from the Democratic and Republican parties.
What changes: The composition of the United States Senate changes with the majority assumed by Democrats following victories in historically Republican states.

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