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Democrats' midterm wins surpass post-Watergate gains, DeSantis gives grim forecast for GOP

Democrats' midterm wins surpass post-Watergate gains, DeSantis gives grim forecast for GOP

Summary

Democrats made major gains in the midterm elections, exceeding their gains after President Nixon resigned in 1974. They are on pace for their largest House majority since 1992, have flipped six Senate seats with two more races possibly changing hands, and gained four governorships.

Key Facts

  • Democrats gained 49 House seats, four Senate seats, and four governorships in 1974 after Nixon resigned.
  • Democrats are on pace to hold the largest House majority either party has held since 1992.
  • Democrats have flipped six Senate seats, and two more seats could change parties.
  • Democrats gained four governorships.
  • Republicans suffered losses in state legislative races in Georgia, Texas, and Florida.
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