Democrats were projected to win control of both chambers of Congress, with victories in Republican strongholds and exit polls showing widespread anger over high prices and the direction of the country. Their gains included Senate wins in Texas, South Carolina, Ohio and Kansas.
Democrats made gains beyond traditional battlegrounds, with media outlets projecting the party would win back control of both the House and Senate. The reported victories included James Talarico in Texas, Annie Andrews in South Carolina, Sherrod Brown in Ohio and Adam Hamilton in Kansas.
Exit polls showed nearly nine in 10 voters considered the cost of living a crucial or major factor in their vote, while nearly two-thirds blamed Trump for high prices. Three-quarters said they were angry or dissatisfied with the direction of the country.
Trump-backed Senate candidates Ken Paxton in Texas and Darline Graham in South Carolina lost, as did Michael Whatley in North Carolina. Exit polls showed Republican support fell among Black men, Latinos and young voters; support among Hispanic voters was 33%, down from 46% in 2024.
