Trending
Prev Story
Next Story

Democratic Socialists and progressives win big in midterms | CNN Politics

CNN International •
November 04, 2026 • 09:30 AM
• By Jadyn Sham
1
1 reads 0 reactions

A series of victories by Democratic socialists and other progressives across the country is set to expand the Democrats’ influence in Congress.

Democratic Socialists and progressives win big in midterms | CNN Politics

A series of victories by Democratic socialists and other progressives across the country is set to expand the Democrats’ influence in Congress.

A series of victories by Democratic socialists and other progressives across the country is set to expand the Democrats’ influence in Congress.

House Speaker Mike Johnson alluded to the challenging political headwinds the party in power typically faces during midterm elections.

President Donald Trump said he will accept tonight’s results, shutting down — for now — questions about whether he would challenge the outcome. “I am absolutely willing to accept those results,” he told the New York Times.

Democrat Amy Acton reflected on her journey from childhood homelessness to becoming a doctor and now projected as Ohio’s next governor as she celebrated her win over Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. The former state health director will become the first woman elected governor of Ohio and the first Democrat to win the office since 2006.

Democrats in Georgia celebrate as CNN projects that Sen. Jon Ossoff will win reelection in Georgia, defeating Republican Rep. Mike Collins. CNN’s Victor Blackwell explains why the victory is so important for Democrats looking to regain control of the Senate.

Republican Rep. Byron Donalds is projected to become Florida’s next governor and is the first Black person to hold the office. During his acceptance speech, Donalds said he received a call from President Donald Trump congratulating him.

Supporters at the North Carolina headquarters of former Gov. Roy Cooper (D) celebrate as he is projected to win the Senate seat that has long evaded Democrats.

Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas will win New Hampshire’s open Senate seat, CNN projects, making history as the first out gay man to be elected to the chamber.

Tags:
Prev Swipe Story Next

Same Story from Other Publications

Compare how 6 other independent news outlets reported on this story.

6 Publications
Al Jazeera English
6d ago
How the Iran war helped Democrats win the midterms

How the Iran war helped Democrats win the midterms

Tehran brought the costs of war into American homes, fuelling the backlash against Trump's party.

#democrats #us-midterms
Compare →
BBC News
6d ago
US midterms: What are the recount rules in tight Mississippi race?

US midterms: What are the recount rules in tight Mississippi race?

Lawyers for both campaigns in Mississippi's US Senate race are preparing for a possible legal battle as the close count continues.

#democrats #us-midterms
Compare →
The Guardian
7h ago
Van Hollen takes aim at Schumer as Democrats face first big test after midterms – US politics live

Van Hollen takes aim at Schumer as Democrats face first big test after midterms – US politics live

Senator Van Hollen says midterm results show Americans want change in Washington, and Democrats need new leadership to deliver that

#democrats #us-midterms
Compare →
NPR News
3d ago
The Democratic Party gained power across the country in the midterms. Now what?

The Democratic Party gained power across the country in the midterms. Now what?

Voters handed Democrats the keys to power across the country and expect them to drive in a different direction. Party leaders are now trying to figure out which way to go.

#democrats #us-midterms
Compare →
The Australian Financial Review (AFR)
4d ago
Aussie up, bitcoin down: the winners and losers of the US midterms

Aussie up, bitcoin down: the winners and losers of the US midterms

As the Democrats take control of Congress, investors and strategists explain why it’s time to buy these beaten up areas of the market.

#democrats #us-midterms
Compare →
CNBC World
6d ago
These five stock groups could rally after Democrats' midterms sweep, analysts say

These five stock groups could rally after Democrats' midterms sweep, analysts say

Clean energy firms, specialty REITs and airline companies and others may be beneficiaries of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, per Wall Street analysts.

#democrats #us-midterms
Compare →

Related Stories

Politics & Governance
Build #2611