Democrats regain control of the US Senate as Texas delivers major upset
Democrats have regained control of the US Senate after projected wins in a series of closely fought midterm races across several states. The latest and most striking result came in Texas, where James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton in what was described as a major upset. The outcome adds to a broader Democratic sweep that has shifted control of Congress.Talarico's victory is the first time a Democrat has won a US Senate seat in Texas since 1988. He campaigned on the rising cost of living and emerged from relative obscurity to become a central figure in the race. The contest... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 05:59 LONDON
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Democrats gain ground in U.S. midterms as Texas Senate race flips
James Talarico has won the United States Senate race in Texas, according to the latest confirmed result, ending decades of Republican dominance in the state. The victory is the first time a Democrat has won state office in Texas since 1994, marking a significant shift in one of the country's largest and most politically important states. The result adds to a broader Democratic showing in the midterm elections, where several key Senate contests remain central to the balance of power in Washington.The Texas outcome follows a Republican primary fight in which Donald Trump backed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 04 Nov 2026 04:29 LONDON
