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ABC News Voter Polls explain how Democrats won the US House: Voter Poll analysis
Democrats are projected to retake the House for the first time since 2020.
Texas Democrat James Talarico speaks out after projected win against Paxton
Texas Senator-elect James Talarico says the Democratic sweep in the midterm elections goes beyond party lines.
WATCH: What Trump’s next two years with a Democratic Congress could look like
Chief Washington Correspondent Jon Karl and Chief Global Affairs Correspondent Martha Raddatz break down the major factors that shaped the election, including the war in Iran.
Trump says he was 'a little bit surprised' after Democrats' big win in midterms
The president also said he was willing to work with Democrats.
WATCH: Democrats projected to gain control of House and Senate
ABC News projects that Democrats will gain control of the Senate and will win enough seats to gain control of the House.
WATCH: Martin Luther King Jr.'s granddaughter votes for 1st time
18-year-old Yolanda Renee King, the granddaughter of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, has cast a ballot in her very first election in Atlanta.
US Marine dies after training incident in Japan, officials say
The incident is under investigation, the Marines said.
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WATCH: James Talarico addresses supporters after projected win in Texas Senate race
Democrat James Talarico addressed supporters after ABC News projected him the winner of the Texas Senate race, defeating Republican Ken Paxton.
Democrats projected to take Congress in blue wave fueled by Trump, economy discontent
Democrats will win enough seats in the U.S. House of Representatives to gain control of the lower chamber of Congress from Republicans, ABC projects.
South Africans vote in local elections that could continue decline of ANC
South Africans have begun voting in local elections that are seen as an evaluation of the party that led the country out of white minority rule
WATCH: ANALYSIS: Democrats projected to take control of House and Senate
Democrats will win enough seats to take control of the House and the Senate, ABC News projects.
WATCH: Josh Shapiro addresses supporters after projected win in Pennsylvania governor's race
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro addressed supporters after ABC News projected he will win reelection in the Pennsylvania governor's race.
These candidates made history in the 2026 midterm elections
The midterms saw an expansion of representation among America's lawmakers, with several candidates celebrating groundbreaking wins.
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WATCH: Amy Acton addresses supporters after projected win in Ohio governor's race
Democrat Amy Acton addressed supporters after ABC News projected she will win the Ohio governor's race over Republican Vivek Ramaswamy.
WATCH: Vivek Ramaswamy addresses supporters after projected defeat in Ohio governor's race
Republican Vivek Ramaswamy addressed supporters after ABC News projected Democrat Amy Acton will win the Ohio governor's race.
WATCH: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott addresses supporters after conceding governor's race
Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott addressed supporters after ABC News projected Democrat Gina Hinojosa will win the state's race for governor.
WATCH: Annie Andrews addresses supporters after projected win in South Carolina Senate race
Democrat Annie Andrews addressed supporters after ABC News projected her the winner of the South Carolina Senate race, flipping the seat once held by the late Lindsey Graham.
WATCH: Keisha Lance Bottoms addresses supporters after projected win in Georgia gov. race
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms addressed supporters after ABC News projected her the winner of the Georgia governor's race, making her the first Black female governor in the history of the U.S.
WATCH: House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks after Democrats projected to take control of House
House Speaker Mike Johnson made remarks after ABC News projected Democrats will win enough seats to take control of the House.
WATCH: Democrats projected to take control of the House
Democrats will win enough seats to take control of the House, ABC News projects.
WATCH: Jon Ossoff addresses supporters after projected win in Georgia Senate race
Democrat Jon Ossoff addressed supporters after ABC News projected he will win reelection in the Georgia Senate race.
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WATCH: Chris Pappas addresses supporters after projected win in New Hampshire Senate race
Democrat Chris Pappas addressed supporters after ABC News projected him the winner of the New Hampshire Senate race, holding the seat for the party.
College students found dead in mountains fell to deaths when climbing anchor broke
Authorities say the two Colorado college students whose bodies were recovered last week died when an anchor they were using to climb failed and they fell a “substantial distance."
WATCH: Election Day draws millions of Americans to the polls
Americans from Michigan to Maine, Texas to Kansas lined up to make their voices heard on Pres. Trump’s policies and which party will control Congress.
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WATCH: What happens to the president's agenda if Democrats win Congress?
ABC News political contributors Sonny Joy Nelson, a Republican strategist, and Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez, a Democratic strategist, share more.
WATCH: Election Day 2026: The key races that will shape the midterms
The 2026 Midterm Elections drive a surge in Google searches; Kansas election draws attention to Democrat Adam Hamilton and Republican Roger Marshall; Election day freebies: best discounts and deals
Billionaire tax: What to know about California's Prop 40
The measure would levy a one-time, 5% tax on the wealth of billionaires in California.
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2 dead, hundreds rescued amid severe flooding in Florida
Two people were killed -- one of whom died in a vehicle -- and hundreds of others were rescued amid severe flooding in Palm Bay, Florida.
WATCH: Latino voters emerge as critical voting bloc in midterms
Héctor Sánchez Barba, president and CEO of Mi Familia Vota, discusses the diverse electorate emerging as a swing group in some key races.
DOJ ramps up probe of Alaska Senate race with target letters, new subpoenas: Sources
The DOJ has continued moving at an aggressive clip in ramping up its criminal investigation into the Alaska U.S. Senate race, sources tell ABC News.
Where do gas prices stand in key states on Election Day?
Fuel prices vary across the states expected to determine control of the Senate.
Convicted murderer who escaped prison captured
Tennessee escaped murderer Jacob Morley has been caught near Kansas City, Missouri.
WATCH: Where Trump administration's legal battles stand on Election Day
ABC News legal contributor James Sample breaks down rulings involving elections in California and Alaska.
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Trump says US will end military aid to Israel by end of year
Trump said he and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu "made a deal months ago."
Spanish police investigating after soccer player dies following on-field collision
Spanish police have opened an investigation into possible involuntary manslaughter after a soccer player died following an on-field collision with the opposing team’s goalkeeper in a second-division match
WATCH: On the ground in Maine on Election Day
ABC News’ Will Reeve reports from Maine, where Democrats are trying to unseat longtime incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
High-stakes midterms are test for future of Congress and Trump's presidency
Here’s a look at some key Senate, House and gubernatorial races to watch that could help define the outcome of the 2026 midterm elections.
WATCH: New states in play as record gas prices hit on Election Day
ABC News’ Chief Washington Correspondent Jon Karl and Chief Business Correspondent Rebecca Jarvis break down why states in deep-red territory are in play and the state of the economy on Election Day.
WATCH: State of the race: Paths to victory
ABC News’ Senior Political Correspondent Rachel Scott has the latest on the state of the races as voters head to the polls across the country.
WATCH: Man complete 31,000-mile walk around the world after 28 years
A British adventurer who has been walking around the world for almost three decades returned to his childhood home Monday.
High-stakes midterms are test for future of Congress and Trump's presidency
Here’s a look at some key Senate, House and gubernatorial races to watch that could help define the outcome of the 2026 midterm elections.
Control of Congress is up for grabs. What's the math for Democrats and Republicans?
Republicans currently hold majorities in the House and Senate. How many seats must Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer flip to seize control of Congress?
These key Senate races will determine which party controls the body next year
As both parties prepare for the final leg of the campaign, here are some of the most closely watched Senate races.
WATCH: Lucky fisherman catches fish worth $1M
ABC News' Danny New talks to a mechanic in Australia whose life just changed by a fishing contest.
Helicopters collide near Mount Everest, killing 1, Nepal Police say
The helicopters were attempting to land at a helipad in the Solukhumbu district.
Election 2026 live results: Speaker Johnson not running for House minority leader
GOP Rep. Jim Jordan officially launched his bid to be next minority leader.
US carries out defensive airstrikes on Iran's Qeshm Island: Officials
Monday's U.S. airstrikes on Qeshm Island were in response to an Iranian attack on a U.S. aircraft, said one official.
GOP touts Stevens endorsement while El-Sayed's campaign reports a record haul
As Republicans touted Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens' 11th-hour endorsement of GOP Michigan U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers, Democrats downplayed its impact.
WATCH: David Muir shares New Jersey students' determination in 100-Yard Food Drive Challenge
Students at Howell High School filled their football field with over a quarter million pounds of food for the nonprofit, Dermer Dreams. David Muir reports on the volunteers that delivered.
Dodge announces return to NASCAR Cup Series beginning at Daytona 500
Dodge is returning to the NASCAR Cup Series in 2027, a year earlier than initially expected
WATCH: 5 people at Chili's in North Carolina suffer burns after margarita mix-up
Three customers and two employees at a Chili's restaurant suffered chemical burns after an employee mistakenly used a cleaning powder instead of sugar to make the drinks, health officials say.
North Korea denies involvement in Binance hack, criticizes FBI probe
North Korea has denied its involvement in the recent cryptocurrency heist at Binance, dismissing as “a trite provocation” a U.S. announcement that North Korean hackers were behind the incident
New York state reports 1st measles-associated death in over 30 years
A child died in Lewis County associated with the ongoing measles outbreak, health officials said.
How do midterm candidates plan to fight inflation? Economists evaluate proposals
Proposals include tax cuts and an end to the Iran war.
What you need to know about the Election Day Voter Poll
The Election Day Voter Poll helps answer the question of who won and why and explain what issues were important in the election.
Parents and 2 young children among victims of Learjet crash in Florida, family says
A Learjet that crashed into a Florida roadway on Sunday, killing all nine people aboard, may have been breaking up before it made impact with the ground, the NTSB said.
Once Upon a Farm soft-baked bars voluntarily recalled due to potential choking hazard
Once Upon a Farm's Tractor Wheels soft-baked bars are being voluntarily recalled due to a potential choking hazard.
2 dead, 2 injured in shooting at California state beach: Authorities
Moss Landing State Beach is closed in the wake of the shooting.
European grocery chains' freezers, refrigerators targeted in apparent cyberattacks
Temperature settings were increased, resulting in food spoilage, companies said.
Judge blasts DOJ in dismissing case against ex-FBI agents who probed Hunter Biden
A judge has dismissed the DOJ's federal false statements case against two former FBI agents accused of lying to Congress about past investigations of Hunter Biden.
WATCH: Seahawks inspire young leaders beyond the field
ABC News' Kayna Whitworth reports live from Lumen Field in Seattle on how the Seahawks are helping kids build leadership skills and pursue their dreams.
WATCH: Video of ICE agent apparently pointing gun in bystander's face during arrest
ICE is facing new scrutiny over a video that allegedly shows an ICE agent pointing a gun in the face of a bystander in California.
WATCH: Major twist in Michigan Senate race as Trump campaigns in GOP strongholds
Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed's former primary rival, Democratic Congresswoman Haley Stevens, broke away from her party to back the Republican candidate, Mike Rogers.
WATCH: Sisters go from lifesaving surgery to running a marathon
ABC News' Danny New talks to cancer survivor Kate Stevens, who received a bone marrow transplant from her sister and, around two decades later, ran a marathon with her.
WATCH: A look at the state of the midterm races
ABC News' Senior Political Correspondent Rachel Scott breaks down the state of play as a new New York Times/Siena poll shows Democrats are gaining ground, slightly pulling ahead in key Senate races.
Jogger stabbed on Brooklyn waterfront dies after random attack: Report
The NYPD said the woman had "sustained multiple stab wounds to the neck."
Voters are concerned as healthcare costs increase. Here are some possible causes
As many U.S. voters worry about healthcare costs, experts tell ABC News there are many reasons why costs may be rising.
Advocates rally voters after dozens of polling sites closed in 'swing' Texas county
Community and advocacy groups in Tarrant County, Texas, are rallying to get voters to the polls after officials shut down dozens of polling locations before the midterms.
Dallas Halloween shootings leave 4 dead, 15 injured, police say
The three shootings in Deep Ellum appeared to be unrelated, police said.
Lori Vallow Daybell in appeal over killings of 2 of her children, romantic rival
An Idaho appeals court is scheduled to hear Lori Vallow Daybell’s appeal of her convictions in Idaho for killing her two youngest children and conspiring to murder a romantic rival
WATCH: Thrilling finishes at NYC marathon
Sweden's Andreas Almgren won his first men's NYC marathon, and Kenya's Shelia Chepkirui won her second NYC marathon.
DOJ urges sanctions for database analysis critical of its noncitizen voting claims
The Justice Department is urging a federal judge to consider whether to hold an immigrant rights group in contempt of court for disclosing the results of its analysis of a dataset of alleged noncitizens registered to vote in California
Democratic Rep. Stevens endorses GOP candidate Mike Rogers in Michigan US Senate race
Stevens and Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed have feuded publicly recently over a campaign ad Stevens said was anti-Semitic.
Learjet with 9 aboard crashes in Palm Beach County, Florida: FAA
The jet had taken off from Austin, Texas, and was headed to the Bahamas, according to the FAA.
Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering a stroke, chief of staff says
U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy has been hospitalized after suffering a stroke, his chief of staff said in a statement on Sunday.
‘Heat’ director Michael Mann sustains ‘superficial injury’ at gun range
A weapon accidentally discharged while holstered, Mann's representative says.
Iran live updates: Trump says US not in 'a hurry' to agree deal
President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28.
1 dead, 8 injured in Alabama shooting after football game, police say
One of the injured was in critical condition, Birmingham police said.
WATCH: The volunteers helping get the NYC marathon running
While the spotlight will be on the nearly 60,000 people running the course, they would not be there without the help of thousands of volunteers on the sidelines.
ICE officer accused of intentionally striking man expected to surrender on Monday
The officer was indicted by a grand jury in Houston.
Gabby Williams leads Valkyries to WNBA championship in second season, beating Dream 68-63 in Game 7
Gabby Williams scored her team’s final 11 points of the third quarter and dazzled through the fourth on the way to 30 points, and the Golden State Valkyries captured a championship in just their second season by beating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in a sen...
Election workers describe toll of DOJ threats in court filings
California election officials described the Trump administration’s legal threats as having consequences on their mental health, according to court papers.
DC, Virginia file suit to block construction on Trump's proposed arch
Washington D.C. and Virginia are asking a judge to block the president's Triumphal Arch.
Federal officials investigate fire at beleaguered police department in Mississippi
The U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and local agencies are investigating a fire at a beleaguered police department in Mississippi
Judge says court will investigate government officials in DC golf course case
The judge wants to know if lawyers tried to mislead her over Trump's plans.
Hundreds of thousands of young protesters take to the streets across France
Thousands of young protesters take to the streets of France for a third weekend.
WATCH: Exploring the ancient origins of Halloween
Travel expert Gabe Saglie talks about Ireland's boost in tourism from Halloween-enthusiasts.
Texas Democrats see data centers as a winning issue
Rural Texas voters have overwhelmingly backed Republicans for decades, but Democrats hope voter opposition to data centers could help unseat the Republican governor.
1 dead, 6 injured in 'targeted' shooting at California Halloween store
One person was killed and six others were injured in a shooting at a Spirit Halloween store inside the Solano Town Center in Fairfield, California, police said.
Margaret Qualley, Jack Antonoff file for divorce after 3 years of marriage
Actor Margaret Qualley and Grammy winner Jack Antonoff have filed for divorce after three years of marriage
WATCH: Suspected sailboat thief killed in Rhode Island police shootout
Body camera footage shows the dramatic police shootout that left a suspected sailboat thief dead in Newport, Rhode Island. The 40-foot boat was stolen back in August.