James Talarico becomes first Democrat to win Texas Senate seat in decades
"This wasn't just a tsunami, not just a referendum, but this was a bloodbath," one expert told the BBC on Democrats' historic wins in Texas.
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Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs wins re-election over GOP Rep. Andy Biggs in Arizona
NBC News projects that Hobbs defeated Biggs for a second term, keeping the key battleground state governorship in Democratic hands.
Lone Star turns blue: Democrats Talarico, Hinojosa topple Texas Republicans
Democrat James Talarico, a former schoolteacher and Presbyterian seminarian who campaigned on a "politics of love," on Tuesday won the US Senate race in Texa...
Democrats hold on to redistricted House seat in Texas
Johnny Garcia (D) is projected to win the race to represent Texas’s 35th Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). The district, which was redrawn in the GOP’s favor during a mid-decade redistricting effort led by state Republicans, is represented by Rep. Greg Casar (D). It includes the suburbs of San Antonio and surrounding…
Democrats flip four governorships, extending their inroads into red states
Democratic candidates flipped control of governorships in four races while maintaining power in several other states, further punctuating the party’s success in Tuesday’s elections.
Jocelyn Benson wins Michigan governor’s race, extending Democratic control
Benson will succeed Gretchen Whitmer, NBC News projects. It’s the first time in more than 60 years that Michigan will have had two Democratic governors in a row.
Democratic nurse defeats Steil in Wisconsin district
Democrat Mitchell Berman is projected to defeat GOP Rep. Bryan Steil (R) in Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. Berman, a nurse working in the Veterans Health Administration, will be the first Democrat to represent the southeastern Wisconsin district since former Rep. Peter Barca (D-Wis.), who left office in 1995. The Cook…
TST Images: San Diego State defeats Cal State Fullerton, 102-78, in San Diego
SAN DIEGO -- The San Diego State Aztecs defeated the Cal State Fullerton Titans, 102-78, at Viejas Arena on November 3, 2026, and The Sporting Tribune's Dako...
NC State Interviews Super Bowl Champion as Philip Rivers Gets Familiar Competition
The NC State Wolfpack could turn to a familiar quarterback to lead their next chapter, and Russell Wilson has now taken a step toward that possibility. Accor...
Virginia repeals same-sex marriage ban from state constitution
Virginia voters have approved a measure repealing language from the state constitution restricting same-sex marriage, Decision Desk HQ projects. The amendment removes a provision stating that marriage is only between a man and a woman and prohibits the state from denying a marriage license to two adults because of their sex, gender or race. A…
Schumer exults over Democratic Senate: ‘Wow, wow, wow’
Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), who is now poised to become Senate majority leader, exulted Tuesday night over the blue wave that has flipped at least six Republican seats and put Democrats firmly in control of the Senate next year. “Oh man! Wow, wow, wow! Against all odds we Democrats have won the Senate,” Schumer declared…
Kentucky Gets Major Boost From Iowa State Transfer in Season Debut
Kentucky forward Milan Momcilovic impressed in his first game as a Wildcat. Momcilovic scored a game-high 24 points in Kentucky’s 85-57 win over Manhattan. T...
Letlow narrowly wins Senate seat in Louisiana
GOP Rep. Julia Letlow is projected to narrowly win her Louisiana Senate race, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). She will be the first Republican woman to represent the Pelican State after she defeated Democratic nominee Jamie Davis in the contest to replace outgoing Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.). She notched about 50 percent of the…
Delnaaz Irani: Rejection isn’t a statement on your worth as an actor; adaptability is key to longevity
At a time when many seasoned actors struggle to find work, Delnaaz Irani has continued to remain active across mediums, from theatre, films and television
GOP Rep. Max Miller loses re-election in Ohio following abuse allegations from his ex-wife
Miller has denied the allegations, which featured prominently in the campaign. Democrat Brian Poindexter defeated the two-term congressman, NBC News projects.
Davis defends North Carolina House seat, defeating Buckhout
Democratic Rep. Don Davis (N.C.) is projected to hold on to his House seat after it was redrawn to favor Republicans in a GOP-led redistricting effort in North Carolina, according to Decision Desk HQ. The Tar Heel State’s 1st District was redrawn last year to include communities that have historically supported Republican candidates. Davis is…
Cooke unseats incumbent Van Orden in Wisconsin House rematch
Democratic candidate Rebecca Cooke, a political fundraiser and server, is projected to beat Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Wis.) in a rematch for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. The two last faced off for the battleground House seat in central and western Wisconsin in 2024. The seat was considered vulnerable in this…
Garrett clinches Rose’s open House seat in Tennessee
Republican Johnny Garrett is projected to clinch the Tennessee House seat left open by outgoing Rep. John Rose (R-Tenn.), defeating Democrat Mike Croley, Independent Christopher Monday and Independent Angus Purdy, according to The Hill’s partner Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Garrett, a self-described “Trump Conservative,” previously served as the state House’s majority whip since 2019 before…
Hatcher wins Tennessee House race after defeating Ogles in GOP primary
Former Tennessee Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher is projected to win Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District over his opponents Democrat Chaz Molder, independent James Johnson and independent Micheál O’Leary, according to Decision Desk HQ. The win comes after Hatcher defeated Trump-backed Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) in the GOP primary. The seat has been held by the GOP…
Bo French loses TX Railroad Commissioner race
Bo French, the GOP nominee running for Texas railroad commissioner, is projected to lose his race to Democrat Jon Rosenthal, according to Decision Desk HQ. The Republican lost support from several prominent Republicans in his state after he posted on social media about University of Texas at Austin students of South Asian descent. In a…
Jon Ossoff wins Georgia Senate race, keeping seat for Democrats
Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff defeated GOP Rep. Mike Collins in the Georgia Senate race, CBS News projects, holding onto his seat in the upper chamber.
Maine Republican Susan Collins concedes Senate seat in a tech-fueled race.
The longtime senator counted tech executives like Palantir CEO Alex Karp and venture capitalists Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz among her donors. Democratic challenger Troy Jackson also received some billionaire support, but no obvious tech ties. Maine almost became the first state to pause data centers, before the governor vetoed the moratorium. [Link: Maine’s data center revolt will decide who controls the Senate | https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/1021080/maine-senate-race-susan-collins-ai-data-centers | The Verge]
Jackson ousts Collins in Maine Senate flip
Democrat Troy Jackson is projected to oust Sen. Susan Collins (R) in Maine, flipping the GOP seat for the first time in almost 50 years, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Jackson’s win marks a stunning rise for the former state Senate president who ran unsuccessfully for governor this cycle. The Democrat notched 53 percent…
Conservatives stunned by 'catastrophic' midterm blue tsunami, blame Trump's Iran war, high gas prices
Conservatives reacted to massive Democratic victories across the country, calling it "catastrophic" and assigning blame to the Iran war and President Trump.
Republican 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.
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Harvie defeats Fitzpatrick in major pickup for Democrats
Bucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie (D) will oust moderate GOP Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (Pa.) in a major pickup for Democrats, Decision Desk HQ projects. Fitzpatrick has defied political gravity time and time again since he was first elected a decade ago, routinely outperforming the top of his party’s ticket and managing to win reelection even as the district…
Toto Wolff says 'good person' Kimi Antonelli should be a role model for 'entitled' Formula 1 drivers ahead of Sao Paulo Grand Prix
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff lauded Kimi Antonelli and stated the new world champion "represents the modern Formula 1 driver"; watch Friday's practice sessions at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix from 3.30pm and 7pm, live on Sky Sports F1
Troy Jackson defeats GOP Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, padding Democrats’ majority
NBC News projects that Jackson, who became the Democratic nominee after an embattled Graham Platner dropped out, flipped control of the Senate seat.
Kingston wins Georgia House seat left open by Carter
Republican Jim Kingston, the son of former Rep. Jack Kingston (R-Ga.), is projected to win Georgia’s 1st Congressional District, defeating Democrat Amanda Hollowell, according to Decision Desk HQ. Kingston will succeed Rep. Buddy Carter (R-Ga.), who gave up his seat to launch a costly yet unsuccessful bid for Senate, where he finished third in the…
Record number of female governors elected
Voters in 15 states have elected female governors, setting a record as Democrats made sweeping gains in races up and down the ballot.
‘I Need to Do Better,’ ‘Maybe I Should Chill’ — Caitlin Clark Makes Honest Admission About Major Source of Criticism
Caitlin Clark has never been shy about showing emotion on the court, but the Indiana Fever star says one part of her competitive reputation may be overstated...
Hakeem Jeffries on path to become first Black Speaker of the House
Democrats will win control of the House, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, a major victory for the party, which will now have the power to pursue a sweeping oversight agenda targeting the Trump administration. CNN's Manu Raju is at the headquarters of Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, who is now on track to become Speaker of the House and would be the first Black Speaker in history.
North Carolina voters approve constitutional amendment requiring photo ID for mail-in ballots
North Carolinians are projected to approve a constitutional amendment requiring that all voters in the state show photo ID to cast a ballot, according to Decision Desk HQ. The Require Photo Identification Amendment proposed changing the North Carolina Constitution to require all voters in the state to present an ID, regardless of whether they are…
Virginia passes ‘reproductive freedom’ ballot measure
Virginia voters passed a “reproductive freedom” ballot measure Tuesday, enshrining current protections — including abortion — into the state constitution, Decision Desk HQ projects. The amendment puts protections for abortion, birth control, and in-vitro fertilization into the state constitution. It also protects fertility care, pregnancy-related care, and miscarriage care. The amendment makes abortion legal…
Wagner loses to Wellman in Missouri House district
Former podcaster Fred Wellman (D) is projected to defeat incumbent Rep. Ann Wagner (R-Mo.) in a congressional district President Trump carried by nearly 8 points in 2024, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ), The Hill’s election partner. Wellman leads Wagner by about 7 points, with more than 95 percent of precincts reporting, per DDHQ. Wagner…
Adam Hamilton's blue breakthrough flips 94 years of Red in Kansas Senate seat
In a state where Republican dominance had stood firm for nearly a century, a Methodist pastor has rewritten the political script.
Democrats dominate NYC races, Hochul re-elected New York governor
Brad Lander, Darializa Avila Chevalier and Claire Valdez sweep their congressional races in key Democratic districts.
Arizona rejects citizenship voting requirement ballot measure
A ballot measure that would stipulate only U.S. citizens can register and vote in Arizona elections and ban foreign nationals from contributing to elections in the state is projected to fail, according to Decision Desk HQ. DDHQ called the vote at 12:15 a.m. EST Wednesday, with 62 percent of votes counted. The ballot breakdown was…