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Key 2026 Elections: Republicans and Democrats Battle for Control

1/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Special elections are scheduled on January 13, 2026, in Alabama, Florida, Oklahoma, Connecticut, and Virginia.
In Alabama, Republican Norman Crow is projected to win House District 63 over Democrat Judith Taylor.
Florida holds the House District 87 general election on March 24.
Oklahoma has the February 10, 2026 primary runoff for House District 35.
Democrats are set to expand the Virginia House of Delegates majority, assuming they retain seats.

History

Historical Context

The 2010 U.S. midterm elections, held on November 2, resulted in a significant Republican wave, with the GOP gaining 63 House seats and regaining control of the chamber. This shift was largely driven by the Tea Party movement's opposition to the Affordable Care Act and widespread dissatisfaction with the economy, following the Great Recession. The outcomes set the stage for ongoing partisan battles in subsequent elections.

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Story summary

Special elections are scheduled on January 13, 2026, in Alabama, Florida, Oklahoma, Connecticut, and Virginia.
In Alabama, Republican Norman Crow is projected to win House District 63 over Democrat Judith Taylor.
Florida holds the House District 87 general election on March 24.
Oklahoma has the February 10, 2026 primary runoff for House District 35.
Democrats are set to expand the Virginia House of Delegates majority, assuming they retain seats.

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