Here are some of the candidates who made history on Election Day
Maryland elected its first Black governor and Arkansas elected its first woman governor.
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Becca Balint projected to become Vermont's first congresswoman
Balint, a self-described "mom, teacher and progressive leader" is among several people who made history in the 2022 Midterm Elections.
Sen. Graham: Midterm election "definitely not a Republican wave"
South Carolina is projected to remain a Republican stronghold, but Democrats are projected to have won many key races with others yet to be determined.
Control of Congress still up in the air
Ballots are being counted with control of Congress hanging in the balance. CBS News rated the House as leaning Republican, but tight contests were keeping the Senate a toss-up. Democrats scored a big victory in Pennsylvania, where John Fetterman is projected to have beaten Dr. Mehmet Oz in a bruising battle for a Senate seat. President Biden made congratulatory calls to Democrats. Ex-President Donald Trump claimed on social media that the GOP had “a great evening.”
Tennessee voters officially ban all forms of slavery in the state
One of the measures on the ballot amended the language around slavery in the state's constitution.
How redistricting could affect the midterms
Something that only ever happens once per decade could affect the 2022 midterms. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett is tracking "The Pulse of the Nation" and examining how redistricting is shaking up the election.
GOP makes violent crime a key issue
Violent crime became a key issue on the campaign trail in the weeks leading up to Election Day. The outcome of the midterms will not only dictate the balance of power in Congress for the next two years. It will also dictate how Congress will respond to the issue of violent crime for years to come. CBS News political contributor Joel Payne, a Democratic strategist, and Matt Gorman, vice president of Targeted Victory and a longtime Republican strategist, joined CBS News to discuss.
How the year's news is driving the midterms
2022 has been full of history-making news stories and many of them are a big part of what's driving voters to the polls. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett discusses the news events on voters' minds in "The Pulse of the Nation."
Democrats hope to flip Wisconsin Senate seat
Wisconsin's Republican Sen. Ron Johnson is seeking his third term in office as he faces Democratic challenger Mandela Barnes. Democrats think they can flip the seat because President Biden won the state in 2020. Adriana Diaz has the latest on the race.
Key Pennsylvania Senate race reaches finish line
The country's most closely watched and most expensive Senate race is coming down to the wire in Pennsylvania. Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Mehmet Oz are in a dead heat, with control of the Senate hanging in the balance. Jericka Duncan has more.
Breaking down critical battleground elections
John Dickerson and Robert Costa break down what races should be paid attention to as both parties battle for control of Congress.
Election Day in Wisconsin
The tight Wisconsin Senate race comes to a close as voters get ready to head to the polls across the state. Adriana Diaz reports.
Parties face off in midterm election
CBS News senior White House correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what is at stake for Democrats and Republicans in this election and how it could impact the remainder of President Biden's agenda.
What's at stake in 2022 midterms
As polls open across America, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Nancy Cordes, alongside political analysts Mick Mulvaney and Ashley Etienne, examine what's at stake in the 2022 midterms. They also delve into how the election could impact the 2024 race, and more.
Tony Dokoupil talks to Florida voters
The entire House, one-third of the Senate, and thousands of state and local races are up for grabs Tuesday. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil has the latest from Florida as voting gets underway nationwide.
Arizona races key for Democrats, Republicans
The governor and Senate races in Arizona are tight ahead of midterm election day. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave is on the ground in the battleground state.
Economy at forefront of Nevada midterms
CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez takes us through a tight Senate race in Nevada.
Florida politics and food
In CBS News' ongoing segment "Three Meals," "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil eats some classic Florida food at restaurants in Miami, Melbourne and Jacksonville while discussing what's on voters' minds ahead of the midterm elections.
The state of democracy and midterm elections
CBS News' Margaret Brennan, Robert Costa and Jeff Pegues discuss security threats on Election Day, the importance of both parties accepting the midterm results and voters' concerns about the state of democracy.
Pennsylvania Senate race comes to a close
All eyes will be on Pennsylvania's closely watched Senate race as midterm voting begins Tuesday. The race between Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz, and Democrat John Fetterman could tip the balance of power in the Senate. Jericka Duncan reports.
Georgia Senate candidates make final pitch
The Georgia Senate race between Republican Herschel Walker and Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock remains tight. Both candidates are making their final pitch to voters in a race that could help determine control of the Senate. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Trump, Biden trade barbs ahead of midterms
Former President Trump teased a major announcement Monday night when he campaigned for Republican candidates in Ohio. Meanwhile, President Biden made his case to voters in Maryland just one day before the midterm elections. Tony Dokoupil has the latest.
Push to mobilize Black voters
Black voter turnout is rising. In the 2018 midterms, Black voters showed up to the polls by larger margins than any other minority group. The group has historically shown overwhelming support for Democrats, but that support may be waning. Christopher Bruce, a Democratic strategist and the political director for Stacey Abrams' campaign in Atlanta, and LaTosha Brown, co-founder of Black Voters Matter, joined CBS News to discuss.
N.Y. governor's race closer than anticipated
The New York gubernatorial race is closer than anyone initially anticipated. Republican Congressman Lee Zeldin saw a late surge in voter support in the historically blue state. He is challenging Democratic incumbent Governor Kathy Hochul for her seat. Marcia Kramer, chief political correspondent for CBS News New York, joined CBS News to discuss the race.
What time do polls close in your state?
Poll closing times for the midterm elections on Tuesday, Nov. 8, vary by state.
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