Blue wave flips control of Congress
Voters helped Democrats take control of the House and the Senate in a stunning rebuke of President Trump's policies. Nancy Cordes, Ed O'Keefe, Weijia Jiang and Major Garrett have team coverage.
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Trump congratulates Democrats in election night call with CBS News
President Trump congratulated Democrats on their victories, but in a phone call with CBS News he also threatened to use his "total veto power."
What voters said about Trump in exit polls
Democrats took control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections. Weijia Jiang shares President Trump's reaction to the news and Major Garrett analyzes exit poll insights on his presidency.
Democrats dominate midterm elections
Democrats celebrated monumental wins in the 2026 midterm elections, seizing control of the House of Representatives and the Senate. Nancy Cordes covers major victories and Ed O'Keefe takes a look at election data.
Recapping Democrats' massive midterm wins
CBS News projects that Democrats will take back both chambers of Congress following sweeping victories in the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News' Jessi Mitchell anchors continuing coverage of Election Day.
Democrats win control of Senate, CBS News projects
The Democratic Party will win control of the Senate in addition to the House, CBS News projects. CBS News' Weijia Jiang spoke to President Trump and shares her key takeaways from the conversation.
Sen. Thom Tillis on midterm results
Sen. Thom Tillis joins CBS News to share his live reaction to midterm results in his home state of North Carolina and beyond.
Crockett, Manchin, Stefanik on midterms
Democrat Jasmine Crockett, Independent Joe Manchin, and Republican Elise Stefanik join CBS News to discuss President Trump's election strategy and their parties' midterm game plans.
Some voting closes as exit polls come in
The polls have closed in six U.S. states in the 2026 midterm elections that could determine the power of Congress. CBS News projects that incumbent Sen. Mark Warner will hold onto his seat in Virginia, and exit polling finds that President Trump's approval rating is at 38% among voters. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil, Norah O'Donnell, Gayle King, Major Garrett and Margaret Brennan have more.
Top races to watch in House and Senate
Midterm voting is wrapping up as Americans decide who will represent them in the House and Senate. Ed O'Keefe breaks it down.
Trump says he will be "Mr. Veto" to Democrats
Many midterm elections could act as a referendum on President Donald Trump and his second administration. CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa spoke with the president on election night.
The issues moving voters this election
Midterm voting is underway as Republicans try to make the case that Democratic policies aren't any better amid widespread discontent with the economy. Nancy Cordes reports.
Poll: 62% say Trump's not fighting for them
A new exit poll shows 62% of Americans don't believe President Trump is fighting for them.
Exit polls: Trump making economy worse
CBS News polled voters across the country, and 44% said their financial situation is worse than it was two years ago, while 65% said President Trump's policies have worsened U.S. economic conditions. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Caitlin Huey-Burns and Major Garrett discuss the polling numbers.
Trump says he could use "tremendous powers" if Democrats win
President Trump remained optimistic about GOP chances ahead of polls closing: "We have a good chance. But we're not going to be embarrassed."
Iran dismisses U.S. response to peace proposal
President Trump said on the eve of U.S. elections that a deal with Iran "could happen," but after new U.S. strikes, Tehran called America's response to the latest proposal "not convincing."
U.S. launches strikes on Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. launched limited strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran fired at a U.S. aircraft, a senior U.S. official told CBS News.
What Trump is thinking as midterms underway
Democrats are honing in on the high price of gas and other necessities as President Trump asks voters to act like he's on the ballot. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more.
The importance of voting
President Trump's Department of Justice deployed a record number of election monitors to polling sites across the U.S. Democracy Forward President Skye Perryman speaks about the importance of voting and democracy.
Trump on U.S. funds for Israel
President Trump suggested that the U.S. will bring its funding for Israel to a close in a recent interview. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
The Iran war's impact on voters
President Trump shared some mixed messaging on Iran ahead of the midterm elections. This comes as the war's economic consequences weigh heavily on many. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has more.
Bodycam video shows moments after National Guard fatally shot man
Tennessee prosecutors released video of National Guard troops pointing their handguns at a man as he lay dying on a Memphis sidewalk last summer after a guard member shot him in the back.
Political strategists on midterms
Tens of millions of Americans will vote today. Republican strategist Erin Maguire and Democratic strategist Joel Payne break down President Trump's speech ahead of Election Day.
Retired Navy vice admiral on Iran strikes
The U.S. struck Iran's Qeshm Island defensively, officials say. This comes as many Americans prepare to head to the polls. Retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Robert Murrett has more insight.
How the Latino vote is shifting
Hispanic and Latino voters could have an enormous impact on the midterm elections. Clarissa Martínez de Castro, vice president of the UnidosUS Latino Vote Initiative, shares her thoughts.
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