Independent Senate Candidates Ran in Deep-Red States and Lost Despite Democratic Support
The Democratic Party threw its support behind independent Senate candidates in deep-red states, but they came up short.
Elections, Senate
Congress Returns to a Reordered Washington With a Hazy Agenda
An impeachment vote on the defense secretary, a spending deal and several major bills are in play in a post-election session that will be shaped by...
Republicans Point Fingers, but Trump Does Not Appear to Be Listening
After last week’s midterm losses, the Republican Party entered its most uncertain moment in years. Some Republicans called for moderation and cleaning house, but that will...
How Mississippi Reached the Verge of Electing a Black Senator
The echoes of history surround Scott Colom’s final push toward victory, but assembling the coalition that propelled him took hard work after many Democratic misses.
Chris Pappas Defeats Progressive Challenger in New Hampshire Senate Primary
Mr. Pappas, a moderate Democrat who has served four terms in the House, will face former Senator John E. Sununu, the Republican nominee, in November.
John E. Sununu Wins Republican Senate Primary in New Hampshire
The general election race to replace Jeanne Shaheen, a Democrat, could help determine control of the U.S. Senate.
Which Senate Candidates Are Skipping Trump’s Republican Convention?
For G.O.P. candidates in the most competitive races, deciding whether to appear with President Trump can be tricky. Some are going, while others are staying away.
Fact-Checking Midterm Ads Referring to Jeffrey Epstein
Candidates have traded attacks on votes to releasing the Epstein files and political donations from those with links to Jeffrey Epstein.
As Midterms Approach, Republicans Find There Is No Escape From Trump
The president’s strategy, message and spending have left the G.O.P. in a difficult spot as lawmakers try to outrun his sagging approval ratings.