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Democrat Alex Holladay Flips Arkansas House Seat in Special Election

3/4/2026

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Democrat Alex Holladay won a special election in Arkansas House District 70, flipping a Republican-held seat with a focus on education, public safety, and healthcare.
He defeated Republican Bo Renshaw.
Decision Desk HQ projected Holladay's win, marking the ninth district flip since U.S. President Donald Trump began his second term.
The district leaned Democratic in 2024.
Republicans maintain an 80-19 majority, potentially requiring a supermajority in budget negotiations.

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Story summary

Democrat Alex Holladay won a special election in Arkansas House District 70, flipping a Republican-held seat with a focus on education, public safety, and healthcare.
He defeated Republican Bo Renshaw.
Decision Desk HQ projected Holladay's win, marking the ninth district flip since U.S. President Donald Trump began his second term.
The district leaned Democratic in 2024.
Republicans maintain an 80-19 majority, potentially requiring a supermajority in budget negotiations.