Democrats take control of both chambers of Congress in US midterms

Summary

Democrats swept to victories in the 2026 US midterm elections and took control of both chambers of Congress, Al Jazeera reported on November 4. Democrats were celebrating across the US after a series of wins, and the coverage highlighted historic firsts, surprise victories and expensive defeats in the races.

Timeline

1. Al Jazeera

   4 Nov 2026, 18:13 UTCSource ↗

   Al Jazeera reported in a video newsfeed that Democrats were celebrating across the US after a series of victories saw them take control of both chambers, with key moments from the midterms highlighted.

2. Al Jazeera

   4 Nov 2026, 18:52 UTCSource ↗

   Al Jazeera reported that the 2026 US midterms featured historic firsts, surprise victories and expensive defeats as Democrats took control of Congress.