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Democrat Jared Moskowitz wins re-election in Florida's 25th Congressional District
Democrat Jared Moskowitz defeated his Republican opponent Scott Singer to win re-election in Florida's 25th Congressional District, despite GOP-led efforts at redistricting.
Critical Ohio county shows Democratic candidate leading in early votes
As early votes are counted in Ohio, Democratic Senate candidate Sherrod Brown holds the lead against his opponent Republican Jon Husted. Mahoning County is particularly important,…
Nikki Haley on how Trump's choice of Sen. Darline Graham weighs on the S.C. Senate race
Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley discusses how President Trump campaigning for Sen. Darline Graham may have made the South Carolina Senate race more competitive.
Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker wins a third term in Illinois
Pritzker, a potential 2028 presidential candidate, defeated Republican Darren Bailey in the deep blue state, NBC News projects.
Gov. Josh Shapiro sails to a second term in battleground Pennsylvania
Shapiro, a possible 2028 Democratic presidential contender, defeated GOP state Treasurer Stacy Garrity, NBC News projects.
Democratic Gov. Wes Moore wins re-election in deep-blue Maryland
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a potential 2028 Democratic presidential contender, sailed to a re-election victory on Tuesday, NBC News projects.
Bomb threats disrupt flights across Europe, no explosive devices found - Al Jazeera
Bomb threats disrupt flights across Europe, no explosive devices found Al Jazeera
Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff projected to win re-election in Georgia
NBC News projects that Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff will win re-election in Georgia. NBC News' Steve Kornacki breaks down how the Democrat performed in counties in the state.
Candidates speak amid 2026 midterm election results
Watch live coverage as candidates in state races across the country deliver remarks to their supporters as results from the 2026 midterm elections are determined.
Democrat Angie Nixon in the lead as early Florida votes counted
As vote count begins in Florida, Democrat Senate candidate Angie Nixon is in the lead against her opponent Republican Ashley Moody.
Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff cruises to re-election in Georgia
Ossoff defeated GOP Rep. Mike Collins, NBC News projects, after a race in which his speeches drew national attention from Democrats looking for future party leaders.
Indiana early voting shows substantial lead for Democrats
Early voting results in Indiana show Democrat J.D. Ford holding a substantial lead over his opponent Victoria Spartz in Hamilton County. By comparison, the early point dump from t…
NBC News exit polls compare voters' thoughts on Trump's economy in 2018 and 2026
As voters head to the polls, NBC News exit polls captured voters thoughts on the economy. NBC News' Christine Romans compares those exit polls to those during President Trump's fi…
Supreme Court leans towards LGBTQ exclusion in Colorado Catholic pre-schools
The Supreme Court hears arguments Tuesday about Colorado's universal pre-K program and whether religious schools can bar certain families despite the state's anti-discrimination l…
Nearly half of voters saw midterm election as a rebuke of Trump, NBC News Exit Poll shows
The president’s approval rating dropped among voters, who have big concerns about the economy, according to early polling results.
Everything you need for election night: From the Politics Desk
Welcome to a special Election Day edition of the From the Politics Desk newsletter, where we’re putting all the links and information you’ll need when the vote tallies start rolli…
DOJ sending election monitors to all 50 states for the first time in U.S. history
The Department of Justice is sending election monitors to polling sites in all 50 states for the first time in U.S. history. NBC News' Justin Levitt discusses how the election mon…
Republicans fight to hold on to the Senate as Democrats seek gains in traditionally red states
Control of the Senate is on the line Tuesday, following a midterm election cycle with races marked by betrayal and alleged ballot shenanigans.
Trump’s grip on Washington at stake as the parties battle for House control
The House of Representatives is up for grabs Tuesday as Democrats try to wrest control from Republicans, who have enjoyed power in the chamber for the past four years but are faci…
The white elephant gifts everyone will keep stealing at the holiday party this year
Whether it’s for a friend, a teacher or a colleague, the best gifts for a white elephant party don’t have to be boring or over-the-top. This best gifts include picks from Apple, B…
Routine voting issues fuel conspiracy theories and confusion
Westchester County ballot tabulators malfunctioned across the county Tuesday, alarming voters and fueling a flurry of conspiracy theories online.
On the ground in Texas, Michigan and Maine: Voters speak out at polls on key Senate races
NBC News' Gadi Schwartz reports from Texas, Stephanie Gosk checks in from Michigan and Monica Alba has the latest from Maine on Election Day.
Democrats push into deep red states to flip Senate
Democrats are making gains in deep red southern states like South Carolina and Mississippi, where they've spent more than $40 million on campaign ads in an effort to flip the Sena…
Highest gas prices for Election Day in U.S. history
High consumer costs are motivating voters at the ballot box, especially gas prices, which have never been this high on an Election Day. NBC News' Allie Canal explains how this "ga…