The battle for control of the United States Senate intensifies with 34 seats at stake. Democrats have a slim majority, but key elections in Republican-leaning states could tip the balance.
Before these elections the democrats They had a slim majority with 51 seatsincluding the four independents who support them, while the republicans they have 49 seats. Both parties now have the opportunity to change the balance of power.
The elections will shape the legislative panorama of the coming years, with both parties fighting for as many seats as possible. ‘Euronews’ brings you the election results liveto the Senateas well as a live map to follow the development of the elections.
What is at stake is especially important for Democratswho face tough battles in eight Republican-leaning states.
The defeats of the main candidates could reduce Democratic representation in conservative states and leave them with little margin for error.
The election also tests the strength of both parties in Wisconsin, Michigan and Pennsylvania, key states in the presidential battle often called “the Blue Wall” for their relatively consistent Democratic voting patterns. Republican victories in these states would significantly change the Senate landscape.
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Source: Election results provided by Associated Press
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