Republicans Win Senate Majority for First Time in Four Years; Fischer's Nebraska Victory Secures 51 Seats

Nov 6, 2024, 05:19 AM

Republicans have won control of the US Senate for the first time in four years, flipping Democratic-held seats in Ohio and West Virginia and securing at least 51 seats. The Associated Press and multiple news outlets, including Fox News, NBC News, NewsNation, and Decision Desk HQ, projected the Republican victory on Tuesday night. Senator Deb Fischer's reelection in Nebraska, defeating independent candidate Dan Osborn, was the tipping point that secured the majority. The GOP's victory gives President Donald Trump's party a significant power center in Washington, ensuring they will control at least one chamber of Congress next year.