Democrats have won the Senate and House in the midterms. Here's what that means.

A local news story from Virginia, reported by 13News Now Norfolk.

Local News · Virginia · November 4, 2026

From 13News Now Norfolk

Democrats took control of the House and Senate in the midterm elections. Here's what that means when the new Congress convenes on Jan. 3.

Reported by 13News Now Norfolk, November 4, 2026. Read the full story at 13News Now Norfolk →

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