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Democrats seize full control of Congress. And, which candidates made history last night
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Democrats have won the House and the Senate, taking full control of Congress for the first time since 2023. And history was made in several states. Here's what happened last night. (Image credit: Jemal Countess)
Democrats have won the House and the Senate, taking full control of Congress for the first time since 2023. And history was made in several states. Here's what happened last night.
(Image credit: Jemal Countess)
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