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City Council Member Erik Bottcher is withdrawing from the race for New York's 12th Congressional District to run for the state Senate seat being vacated by Brad Hoylman-Sigal, aiming to focus on critical state issues and secure a likely Democratic nomination.
Maine Democrat Jordan Wood is switching from a Senate race to run for Maine's 2nd congressional district, aiming to help Democrats maintain control amid a competitive political landscape, with notable fundraising and potential challengers emerging.
Maine Democrat Jordan Wood is dropping out of the Senate race to run for the vacant 2nd congressional district, aiming to help Democrats maintain control of a key battleground seat after Jared Golden's retirement, with the race attracting significant fundraising and potential challengers.
Jordan Wood, a former Capitol Hill aide, has dropped out of the Maine Senate race to run for the House seat in Maine's 2nd Congressional District, a competitive race to succeed retiring Rep. Jared Golden, with other candidates including Graham Platner and Gov. Janet Mills.
Centrist Democrats see a rare opportunity in Utah's House race, with potential candidate Ben McAdams gaining support from groups like Welcome PAC, as they aim to capitalize on the state's evolving political landscape and redistricting efforts to improve their chances in the upcoming elections.
Former Stockton Mayor Kevin Lincoln is running again for California's 9th congressional district seat held by Democrat Josh Harder, as Republicans aim to capitalize on the district's recent shift to the right and target it in the 2026 elections.
A California Democrat has successfully flipped a seat in the final undecided U.S. House race, marking a significant win for the party. This victory concludes the last outstanding contest from the recent elections, further shaping the political landscape in the House of Representatives.
Democrat Tran has won a House seat in California, defeating Republican Steel and flipping the seat for the Democrats.
Democrat Derek Tran narrowly defeated Republican incumbent Michelle Steel in a closely contested House race in California's Orange County, flipping the 45th Congressional District blue. The race, marked by aggressive anti-China messaging and a focus on Asian American identities, saw over $34 million spent. Tran, an Army veteran and son of Vietnamese refugees, emphasized his heritage in appealing to the district's significant Vietnamese electorate. The campaign's rhetoric, criticized for "red-baiting," highlighted generational divides within the Asian American community.
In a close Minnesota House race, Scott County officials revealed that 20 absentee ballots were likely accidentally discarded, casting doubt on the election results where DFL Rep. Brad Tabke narrowly won by 14 votes. The GOP plans to challenge the outcome in court, arguing the missing ballots could affect the result. The ballots, accepted in October but not counted, were likely thrown away and are unlikely to be recovered. The court proceedings could lead to a special election if the challenge is successful.
Republican Rep. Mike Garcia conceded to Democrat George Whitesides in a key California House race, marking the first multi-term GOP loss in the 2024 elections. This outcome provides a rare victory for Democrats in an otherwise challenging election cycle, where they lost control of the White House and Senate and are projected to narrowly miss reclaiming the House. Garcia, a frequent Democratic target due to his district's support for Biden, was defeated by Whitesides, a former NASA chief of staff and Virgin Galactic CEO.
Republican Rep. David Schweikert has successfully defended his seat in Arizona's 1st Congressional District against Democratic challenger Amish Shah, according to projections by the Associated Press. This race was closely watched as Democrats aimed to flip the district, which Schweikert narrowly won in 2022. Schweikert, who has served in the House since 2010, focused on economic policy and fiscal responsibility during his campaign. Arizona remains a key battleground with multiple tight races in the current election cycle.
Democratic Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez has secured a second term in a Republican-leaning district in Washington state, defeating Republican Joe Kent in a rematch. Known for her centrist stance, Gluesenkamp Pérez has faced criticism from progressives for occasionally siding with Republicans, such as on the repeal of President Biden's student loan relief efforts. Her campaign emphasized her blue-collar background and pragmatic politics, contrasting Kent's ties to extremism. Local issues, like securing funds for a new bridge, also played a role in her victory.
Democratic Rep. Don Davis has won re-election in a key North Carolina House district, defeating Republican challenger Laurie Buckhout. This district was a major target for Republicans after redistricting made it more conservative, shifting from a district President Biden won by seven points in 2020 to one he won by just 1.7 points. Buckhout's campaign focused on immigration and linking Davis to Biden's policies, while Davis countered by highlighting his record and associating Buckhout with controversial Republican figures.
Eugene Vindman, a Democrat and former Trump administration official, has won the House race in Virginia's seventh congressional district, defeating Republican Derrick Anderson. Vindman's victory is significant for Democrats as they aim to regain a majority in the House, although Republicans still hold a narrow lead overall. Vindman, known for his role in Trump's first impeachment, focused his campaign on issues like abortion access and civil service reform. Despite his success, Republicans are slightly favored to maintain control of the House.