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Democrats Regain Control of Congress in Midterm Elections

Democrats have regained control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections. The result was characterized as a blue wave sweeping the nation, marking a major shift in control of the Senate and House.

The change places Democrats in charge of both chambers. What the party will do with that control is now a central question following the election.

The election outcome was the subject of continuing coverage on November 4, 2026. The available details describe the broad result but do not specify how individual races were decided or what actions Democrats plan to take next.

Reported by CBS News, CBS New York.

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