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Democrats Projected to Gain House and Senate Control
ABC News projects Democrats will take control of both U.S. Congress chambers in 2026 midterms.
In brief
ABC News projects Democrats will take control of both U.S. Congress chambers in 2026 midterms. ABC News projects Democrats will gain enough House and Senate seats to control Congress in 2026 midterms. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
2026 Midterm Election Projections
ABC News projects Democrats will gain control of the Senate and House of Representatives.
Current Congressional Composition
Senate: 53 Republicans, 45 Democrats, 2 independents. House: 218 Republicans, 214 Democrats, 1 independent, 2 vacancies.
Projected Seat Gains
Democrats projected to win enough House seats to gain control, including later poll closing seats.
The bottom line
ABC News projects Democrats will gain enough House and Senate seats to control Congress in 2026 midterms.
