Obama applauds Democratic sweep

Former President Obama applauded Democratic candidates for a sweeping victory in the midterm elections, winning competitive races and taking control of the House and Senate.

“Tonight, the American people sent a clear message — they want a politics that brings people together rather than divides them, and leaders who offer concrete solutions to the challenges they face,” Obama said in a post on social platform X early Wednesday.

With big wins in Texas, South Carolina, Kansas, Ohio, Iowa, Michigan and Maine, the Democrats won a Senate majority and are on track to win 54 to 56 seats. The party also seized control of the House and are projected to win around 255 seats, according to Decision Desk HQ.

The Democratic wave in Texas was brought by the historic wins of candidates James Talarico and state Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D), who defeated........

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