Democrats gain majority of U.S. governorships after midterm election victories

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Published: 2026-11-04
Category: us
Source: PBS News
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Democrats secured significant victories in gubernatorial races, flipping several states long held by Republicans, including Texas and Georgia. These wins grant Democrats a nationwide majority of governorships for the first time in two decades. This outcome is seen as a notable setback for President Trump and GOP policies, potentially strengthening Democratic influence against the current administration's agenda.

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