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A serene morning scene captured a pedestrian strolling past fluttering American flags on the National Mall and the iconic Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., on November 7, 2022. As the nation awaits the transition to the new Congress in January, Democrats are poised to maintain a firm grip on the Senate. However, the fate of the House of Representatives remains uncertain, with Republicans currently holding a narrow lead of 211-204. The balance of power hinges on the outcome of 20 undecided seats in the quest for the crucial 218-seat majority in the 435-member lower chamber. Political analysts in the U.S. anticipate a shift in the House dynamics as the final votes are tallied over the coming days. Projections suggest that Republicans are likely to secure a slight majority, ranging from...

In a significant political shift, Republicans were on the brink of reclaiming the majority in the US House of Representatives, coming within striking distance of the 218 seats needed to secure dominance. This potential power shift raises the specter of a divided government in Washington, with Democrats already in control of the Senate and Republicans poised to exert influence over President Joe Biden’s legislative agenda. Following the midterm elections, where the GOP needed five seats to tip the balance in the House, Republicans are now in a position to wield considerable leverage, potentially impeding Biden’s policy initiatives and embarking on investigative pursuits. However, a slim majority presents immediate hurdles for Republican leaders, complicating their efforts to govern effecti...

In a crucial victory for the United States Democratic Party, Senator Catherine Cortez Masto secured re-election in Nevada, ensuring the Democrats retain control of the federal Senate. With Democrats currently holding 50 Senate seats to Republicans’ 49, Vice President Kamala Harris breaks tie votes. Cortez Masto triumphed over Republican opponent Adam Laxalt, the former Nevada attorney general, in a closely watched race. President Joe Biden, attending an Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) leaders’ summit in Cambodia, expressed satisfaction with the election outcome, attributing it to the quality of Democratic candidates. The Senate landscape still awaits the results of a special election in Georgia on December 6, where Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock faces Republican challenger...

Following the recent by-elections in the United States, President Joe Biden expressed his commitment to working with Republican opponents, emphasizing his long history of collaboration across party lines. Though the final results were still pending, Republicans held a significant lead in the House of Representatives and a deadlock in the Senate, with Democrats narrowly maintaining control due to Vice President Kamala Harris’s tie-breaking vote. Additionally, Republicans outnumbered Democrats in governorships. In a televised address, Biden hailed the American people’s participation in the democratic process, noting the resilience of the nation’s democracy despite recent challenges. As the control of Congress remained undecided, Biden highlighted the importance of unity and bipartisanship....

In a historic victory, Democrat Kathy Hochul secured the governorship of New York, marking a significant milestone as the first woman elected to the position in the state. Hochul’s campaign, which emphasized abortion rights protection, resonated with voters, leading her to a 5.4 percent margin win over her opponent, Lee Zeldin, who focused on crime reduction measures. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer celebrated a landmark fifth term win, making him the first New Yorker to achieve such a reelection milestone. Meanwhile, Attorney General Leticia James reaffirmed her commitment to investigating former President Donald Trump’s businesses. In notable state House races, several seats shifted to Republican control, including the 17th District won by Mike Lawler over Democrat Sean Patrick ...