Nearly a week after Election Day, the political map has taken on a decidedly red hue. Republicans clinched control of the House, wrapping up a GOP sweep that includes Donald Trump’s return to the White House and a GOP majority in the Senate. Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ) officially projected that Republicans would hold at least 218 seats in the House on Monday evening, thanks to key victories in Arizona and California. With a handful of races still up in the air, the exact makeup of the lower chamber remains unclear, but it’s safe to say Republicans will have the edge, even if by a slim margin.
The GOP isn’t wasting any time in preparing for the new term. Leadership elections are scheduled for Wednesday, with Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) running to retain the speaker’s gavel. Meanwhile, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) has laid out a “First 100-Day Agenda” that mirrors Trump’s priorities, with a focus on tax cuts, energy independence, and securing the border. Expect this agenda to take center stage as Republicans get ready to kick off a new chapter in D.C.
BREAKING: Republicans officially retain control of the U.S. House, giving the GOP a Trifecta; Control of both chambers of Congress and the Presidency. pic.twitter.com/EL1BSODs1u
— America (@america) November 12, 2024
On the Senate side, Republicans are sitting comfortably with a net gain of three seats, bringing their total to 52. DDHQ called the Senate for the GOP just before midnight on Election Day, effectively sealing the Democrats’ fate. The one unresolved Senate race is in Pennsylvania, where Republican Dave McCormick holds a narrow lead over longtime Democratic Senator Bob Casey. With over 95% of votes counted, McCormick leads by a slim margin. The Associated Press has already called the race for McCormick, who declared victory, but Casey refuses to concede, clinging to hope as the remaining ballots are tallied.
On the international front, Trump has already named Reps. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) and Mike Waltz (R-FL) for key roles in his administration, selecting them as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and national security adviser, respectively. With Stefanik and Waltz set to exit the House, special elections will be held to fill their seats, though both districts are safely Republican.
For the Democrats, this stings. The party that once controlled all three branches has now been swept aside, watching Republicans take over the House, Senate, and the White House. The left’s agenda—more spending, tax hikes, and heavy-handed policies on everything from energy to education—was soundly rejected at the polls, and the results speak volumes. The voters made it clear they want lower taxes, secure borders, energy independence, and a focus on real-world issues instead of endless political theater.
Looking ahead, the new GOP majority may be slim, but it’s a majority nonetheless, and Republicans have a clear mandate. With Trump back in the Oval Office, Republicans in Congress will have a powerful ally to help push through key legislation. The slim margin may force the GOP to be strategic, but it’s a victory that puts them back in the driver’s seat.
It’s a new day in America.
The American people want secure borders, lower costs, safe communities, strength on the world stage, and an end to woke, radical policies.
Under President Trump, House Republicans will deliver, helping usher in a new golden age in America. pic.twitter.com/7VbO1KNsvp
— Speaker Mike Johnson (@SpeakerJohnson) November 12, 2024
After years of watching D.C. descend into partisan battles and unchecked spending, Americans sent a message: time to rein in the chaos and focus on policies that matter. The Republicans have the reins now, and if this election is any indication, voters will be watching closely to make sure they deliver.
