NBC News projects Democrats will win about 255 House seats, well above the 218 needed for a majority, though the estimate could shift by a few seats. The gains include four Republican-held Pennsylvania districts. Control of the House would give Democrats power to investigate President Donald Trump and advance legislation to check his policies.
WHO:
Democrats
WHAT:
Democrats won control of the House of Representatives, according to an NBC News projection.
WHEN:
Reported Nov 3, 2026 at 10:08 PM ET
WHERE:
USA
WHY:
The projected majority would give Democrats power to investigate Trump and advance legislation to check his policies.
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