With the Senate majority, Republicans now hold substantial influence over the confirmation process for the next president’s Cabinet members.
Republicans have secured control of the U.S. Senate, reclaiming the chamber for the first time in four years.
This victory marks a shift in Washington’s political landscape, granting the GOP a central role in shaping national policy and governance.
With the Senate majority, Republicans now hold substantial influence over the confirmation process for the next president’s Cabinet members.
Meanwhile, the GOP will lead in nominating and confirming any future Supreme Court justices, should vacancies arise.
This control provides the party with enhanced leverage to implement its legislative agenda and impact key areas of government administration.
While the Senate majority is a noteworthy triumph for Republicans, the battle for the House of Representatives remains unresolved.
More than 100 House races across the country are still being contested, leaving the overall control of the chamber uncertain.
Critical races in states like New York and California are fiercely contested, and results in these areas could take several days to finalize.
Analysts assess whether trailing candidates have a realistic chance to catch up, ensuring that race calls are both accurate and reliable.
For voters and interested parties seeking real-time updates on congressional races, this page will serve as a central hub for the latest information.
Additionally, comprehensive coverage of the presidential race and more detailed results can be accessed through the AP’s results hub.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, the Republican majority in the Senate sets the stage for significant developments in the coming months, with potential implications for both national policy and the broader electoral landscape.
AP reports that Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., has been re-elected to a sixth term in the House of Representatives, continuing her leadership as the highest-ranking woman in the Republican Party, serving as the conference chair.
Her rise within the GOP follows her shift from a moderate to a steadfast supporter and defender of former President Donald Trump.
Stefanik assumed the role of the third-highest GOP leader after Rep. Liz Cheney was ousted for repeatedly condemning Trump over his false election fraud claims and his role in the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol attack.
As control of the Senate shifts to Republicans, the battle for the House remains tight, with races playing out across various districts in competitive elections.
For Republicans, this presents an opportunity to seize full control of Congress, while for Democrats, retaining the House majority offers an important counterbalance to GOP power and ensures compromise in Washington.
House races are unfolding across the country, from tight contests in New York to extended races in California, where results may take days to finalize.
As of the latest reports, Democrat Ruben Gallego led Republican Kari Lake by over 117,000 votes out of 1.8 million counted, showing strong performance in Maricopa and Pima counties—Arizona’s largest voting centers.
In Utah, Republican Spencer Cox secured re-election as governor, defeating Democratic Rep. Brian King and conservative write-in candidate Phil Lyman, who had urged supporters to vote for him after losing the Republican primary.
Cox, a moderate Republican, made waves this summer by backing Donald Trump following an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally. The Associated Press declared Cox the winner at 12:29 a.m. EST.
Meanwhile, the race for the majority leader in the new Republican conference remains tight, with South Dakota Sen.
John Thune, the No. 2 GOP senator, a strong contender. Initially seen as a natural successor to Mitch McConnell, Thune’s path has become more contested over the past year.
“Tonight, with Republicans reclaiming majority control of the U.S. Senate, we can begin to turn the page on this expensive and reckless chapter of American history,” Thune said in a statement.
“I look forward to working with President Trump and our new conservative majority to make America great again by making the Senate work again,” Cornyn said.
In a key race in Nebraska, Republican Deb Fischer’s victory over Independent challenger Dan Osborn allowed the AP to confirm Republican control of the Senate.
Fischer led Osborn by 3 percentage points, with 70% of the expected votes counted at the time of the call. Osborn’s performance was stronger in urban areas, but most uncounted votes came from rural counties, securing Fischer’s win.
In Ohio, Sen. Sherrod Brown, a three-term Democrat, conceded to Republican businessman Bernie Moreno, calling the loss a disappointment but not a failure.
Brown, speaking in Columbus, reaffirmed his commitment to fighting for organized labor, women’s healthcare rights, and civil rights.
Moreno, in Cleveland, praised Donald Trump and vowed to advance his agenda in Washington. He added, “We talked about wanting a red wave. I think what we have tonight is a red, white, and blue wave.”
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