2026 Elections | Democrats topple GOP control with stunning upsets across the country

A local news story from North Carolina, reported by WCNC Charlotte.

Local News · North Carolina · November 4, 2026

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Democrats will control both chambers of Congress after sweeping the midterm elections, in a stunning referendum on President Donald Trump's Republican party.

Reported by WCNC Charlotte, November 4, 2026. Read the full story at WCNC Charlotte →

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