From TIME · Tiago Ventura · · 2m
Democratic Rising Stars Shape 2028
Democrats flip key states, setting stage for 2028 presidential race.
In brief
Democrats flip key states, setting stage for 2028 presidential race. Democrats gain control of both chambers of Congress in midterms, with rising stars like James Talarico and Jon Ossoff poised to influence 2028 presidential race. Originally reported by TIME.
Democrats flip key states
Democrats gain control of both the House and Senate in midterms, flipping deep-red and battleground states.
James Talarico wins Texas Senate
James Talarico defeats Trump-backed Ken Paxton to become Texas's first Democrat elected senator since 1988.
Gina Hinojosa becomes Texas governor
Gina Hinojosa defeats Greg Abbott to become Texas's first Latina governor and first Democrat since 1991.
Adam Hamilton flips Kansas Senate
Adam Hamilton wins Kansas Senate seat, ending Democrats' 94-year dry spell in the state.
Jon Ossoff secures Georgia Senate
Jon Ossoff wins re-election in Georgia Senate, defeating Republican Mike Collins with strong national campaign outreach.
Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate
Abdul El-Sayed becomes Michigan's first Muslim senator after defeating Republican Mike Rogers.
Keisha Lance Bottoms becomes Georgia governor
Keisha Lance Bottoms becomes Georgia's first Black woman governor and first Black governor.
Josh Shapiro wins Pennsylvania governorship
Josh Shapiro wins Pennsylvania governorship with over 20-point margin, flipping four House seats.
Rob Sand wins Iowa governorship
Rob Sand becomes Iowa's first Democrat elected governor since 2006, flipping the state from Republican control.
Pete Buttigieg remains influential
Pete Buttigieg, former Transportation Secretary, remains a key Democratic communicator and potential 2028 nominee.
Democrats gain momentum for 2028
Democrats gain confidence heading into 2028 with strong midterms results and rising stars.
Key Democratic stars emerge
James Talarico, Jon Ossoff, Abdul El-Sayed, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Josh Shapiro, Rob Sand and Pete Buttigieg are emerging Democratic leaders.
2028 presidential race set
Democrats prepare for 2028 presidential race with key stars shaping party strategy and voter engagement.
Midterms reshape 2028 landscape
Midterms results position Democrats to influence 2028 presidential race through state-level victories and strategic leadership.
Democratic momentum for 2028
Democrats gain momentum heading into 2028 with midterms victories and rising stars.
2028 presidential contenders
James Talarico, Jon Ossoff, Abdul El-Sayed, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Josh Shapiro, Rob Sand and Pete Buttigieg are key Democratic 2028 presidential contenders.
The takeaway
Democrats gain control of both chambers of Congress in midterms, with rising stars like James Talarico and Jon Ossoff poised to influence 2028 presidential race.
