What does it actually mean to flip Congress?

From subpoena power and judicial confirmations to thin Senate margins and the veto pen, here is how power, leverage and policy actually shift in Washington.

Democrats win House and Senate - what this means for Trump's final two years

Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress following Tuesday’s midterm election, paving the way for a divided final two years of President Donald Trump’s time in office. 

What happens to Amy Klobuchar's US Senate seat once she is elected governor?

This is what Minnesota law outlines will happen to Sen. Amy Klobuchar's U.S. Senate seat now that she has been elected governor of Minnesota.

Sherrod Brown defeats Jon Husted in Ohio Senate race

Democrat Sherrod Brown defeated incumbent Republican Sen. Jon Husted in Ohio’s special Senate election, returning to Washington after losing his seat in 2024.

Talarico, Paxton make final pitches to Texas voters ahead of Election Day

Both James Talarico and Ken Paxton have wrapped up their U.S. Senate campaigns as voters will head to the polls tomorrow to decide their choice.

Paxton slips past Talarico in latest poll as Senate race enters final days

A new poll has found that Republican Ken Paxton has moved past Democrat James Talarico as the race for U.S. Senate enters its final days.

Talarico holds slim lead over Paxton in new poll as Election Day approaches

Democrat James Talarico holds a narrow lead over Republican Ken Paxton in the race for U.S. Senate as Election Day nears, according to a new poll.

Paxton, Talarico tied in Texas Senate race: FOX News poll

The hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas between Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democratic state Rep. James Talarico is even, according to a FOX News poll.

Candidates make final arguments ahead of early voting
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Democrat James Talarico kicks off his statewide tour with North Texas rallies in Plano, Denton, and Fort Worth as polls show a tight race against Ken Paxton.

James Talarico makes his case in Texas Senate race
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Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico talks with FOX 4’s Steven Dial to discuss his race against Ken Paxton, campaign attacks, key issues and his strategy to win North Texas

JD Vance backs Ken Paxton, announces Delek refinery expansion in Tyler

VP J.D. Vance rallied in Tyler to boost Ken Paxton’s Senate bid and announce a major refinery expansion, while staying silent on Paxton’s recent Dubai controversy.

Rep. James Talarico greets voters at ACL Music Festival

Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico was spotted at the Austin City Limits Music Festival on Friday during Weekend Two.

Talarico spotted at Austin City Limits after Paxton launches tipline for sightings

Democratic Senate candidate and Texas state Rep. James Talarico was spotted at the Austin City Limits festival on Friday just hours after his Republican rival and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched a tipline asking supporters for sightings.

President Trump joins Ken Paxton in San Antonio rally amid tight race

President Trump is returning to Texas for a San Antonio rally to support Senate nominee Ken Paxton in a tight race against Democrat James Talarico, though Governor Abbott will not attend due to a scheduling conflict.

FULL: Mike Johnson’s 2026 RNC Midterm Convention speech
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House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. In his remarks, Johnson described the election as a choice between “common sense and crazy,” praised President Donald Trump and Republican policies, and criticized Democrats over taxes, border security, crime, government spending and national defense. Johnson also discussed faith, America’s founding principles and the historical examples of John Quincy Adams and Abraham Lincoln before urging Republicans to turn out in November.

FULL: Sen. Ted Cruz 2026 RNC Midterm Convention speech
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U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas delivers a full speech at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. Cruz reflected on the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s death and the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. He praised President Donald Trump, discussed his family’s experience in communist Cuba, criticized Democratic policies and figures, and argued that Sharia law is incompatible with the U.S. Constitution.

Dallas estimates $1.8M security cost for the upcoming Republican National Convention

Dallas officials estimate police security for the upcoming Republican National Convention could cost $1.8 million as the city explores reimbursement options.

Rep. Chuck Edwards ends campaign after ethics committee cites inappropriate conduct

North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards announced Wednesday that he is ending his reelection campaign, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured.