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Republican Matt Van Epps won the closely contested Tennessee 7th congressional district special election, supported by Trump's endorsement, narrowly defeating Democrat Aftyn Behn, in a race seen as a test of political momentum ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Republican Matt Van Epps won a special election in Tennessee's 7th district, a traditionally Republican area, defeating Democrat Aftyn Behn. The race was seen as a test of Republican support ahead of the midterms, with Van Epps emphasizing his alignment with Trump, who campaigned for him. The result signals a potentially closer-than-expected midterm environment, with Democrats viewing Behn's performance as a warning sign for Republicans.
Democratic Senator Bob Casey conceded the Pennsylvania Senate race to Republican Dave McCormick, marking a significant upset in the battleground state. Despite leading in polls for much of the campaign, Casey was defeated as McCormick, a former hedge fund executive, capitalized on issues like immigration and anti-incumbency sentiment. McCormick's victory means Pennsylvania will have senators from different parties, with Democratic Senator John Fetterman also representing the state.
Republican Gabe Evans has won the closely contested race for Colorado's 8th Congressional District, defeating Democratic incumbent Yadira Caraveo by 2,596 votes. Evans, a state representative and former police officer, focused his campaign on crime and immigration, appealing to moderate voters. The race was one of 22 battlegrounds crucial for determining control of the US House of Representatives and attracted significant national attention and funding. Evans' victory brings Republicans closer to a House majority, with several races still undecided.
Republican Gabe Evans has narrowly defeated Democratic incumbent Yadira Caraveo in Colorado's 8th Congressional District, marking a significant GOP victory in the state. Evans' win, by a margin of about 2,500 votes, boosts Republican efforts to maintain control of the U.S. House. The race, heavily focused on immigration and abortion issues, saw nearly $29 million in super PAC spending. Caraveo conceded despite outstanding ballots needing "curing," indicating her campaign's belief that the deficit was insurmountable.
Republican David McCormick has defeated Democratic incumbent Bob Casey in the Pennsylvania Senate race, expanding the Republican Senate majority to 53 seats. The race was marked by personal attacks, with Casey criticizing McCormick's dual residency. McCormick, who previously lost a GOP primary to Dr. Mehmet Oz, secured strong support from Senate Republicans and an endorsement from President-elect Donald Trump. Despite Casey's deep ties to Pennsylvania and early polling leads, the race tightened in the final weeks, aligning closely with the presidential election dynamics.
In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris, leading to a Republican victory that reclaimed the Senate and left the House majority still contested. Kamala Harris conceded at Howard University, urging unity, while President Biden and other Democrats promised a peaceful transition. Trump accepted Biden's invitation to discuss the transition, and foreign leaders, including Egypt's President el-Sissi and Jordan's King Abdullah II, congratulated Trump. The election results highlighted a shift in swing states and a continued erosion of Democratic support in South Texas.
Jeff Bezos congratulated Donald Trump on his 2024 presidential election victory over Kamala Harris, marking a significant political comeback for Trump. Despite concerns about his moral failings and a felony conviction, Trump won over voters with promises of economic populism and conservative values. Bezos also defended the Washington Post's decision not to endorse a candidate, emphasizing it was not influenced by business interests.
Republican Bernie Moreno has defeated Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown in Ohio, marking a significant win for the GOP as they aim to regain control of the U.S. Senate. Moreno, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, becomes the first person of color to represent Ohio in the Senate. His victory ends Brown's 50-year political career and highlights Ohio's shift from a battleground state to a Republican stronghold. Despite controversies and challenges, Moreno's alignment with Trump and substantial Republican support helped secure his win.
Republicans scored a historic victory on Long Island, New York, as Republican Ed Romaine defeated Democrat Dave Calone to become the first Republican to win the Suffolk County executive position in 20 years. Romaine's win gives Republicans commanding control on the eastern part of Long Island, solidifying their gains in the area. This victory is seen as a "political earthquake" and builds on the "red wave" that has swept across Long Island in recent years, attributed to rising crime and the liberal push to defund the police.