The results of the 2026 midterm elections are in, and Democrats have officially taken back the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives! Additionally, Keisha Lance Bottoms has made history as the nation’s first Black female governor. Furthermore, Byron Donalds became the first Black governor in Florida’s history. Gina Hinojosa has become the first Latina to win the governor’s seat in Texas. And Abdul El-Sayed has made history as the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate. Lastly, five Black governors will be serving simultaneously for the first time in U.S. history.
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms Becomes First Black Female Governor In U.S. History
According to CBS News, Keisha Lance Bottoms has become the “first Black female governor in U.S. history” and “she’ll be Georgia’s first female governor and one of 17 women in governor’s offices nationwide,” marking “a new record high.” Per the outlet, Bottoms spoke exclusively, explaining that her priorities will be addressing the cost of living and education.
“My priority will be to address these cost-of-living issues that I’ve heard around the state. I want to allow local governments to suspend or end our grocery tax and also expanding Medicaid and fully funding pre-K in Georgia, and fully funding education will be a priority in that first budget,” she told the outlet.
Internet users reacted in TSR’s comment section.
Instagram user @thekeithcrawford wrote, “First Black Governor in GA!!! First Woman Governor in GA!! First Democratic governor in over 20 years in GA!! 1st Black Female Governor in US History!!! GEORGIA HAD SOMETHING TO SAY!!!”
While Instagram user @_therealkenedi added, “Her name being Keisha put the cherry on top”
Instagram user @will2umf wrote, “I just saw a redneck fall to his knees in Home Depot.😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣”
Keep scrolling for more information on Gina Hinojosa, the U.S. Senate, the House of Representatives, and more!
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Republican Byron Donalds Becomes First Black Governor In Florida's History
According to WESH, Byron Donalds defeated Democratic nominee David Jolly. He will succeed Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis. Per the outlet, Florida hasn’t had a Democratic governor in more than 30 years.
“We have a mission — the campaign was not all talking points,” Byron Donalds told Fox News following his win. “We are going to make Florida more affordable for the people of our state. We’re going to make sure our kids can achieve their Florida dream here in our state…”
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Internet users reacted in TSR’s comment section.
Instagram user @terrell.and.jarius wrote, “He don’t count chile. We the same color but we are DIFFERENT!”
While Instagram user @robynn__d added, “Somebody said he don’t count 😂😂”
Instagram user @kkayliiiiii wrote, “Tomatoes ain’t hard enough 🥥🥥🥥”
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Before Midnight, Democrats Took Control Of The U.S. House Of Representatives
According to NBC News, Democrats took over the House of Representatives on the evening of Tuesday, November 3, in a win that “could be their largest majority in nearly two decades.” Per the outlet, when the Democrats take their seats in January 2027, it will be the “first time in Trump’s second term that he won’t have full control of Congress.”
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“Today begins the great American comeback. The American people have spoken all across the land, in the North, in the South, in the East, in the West, in the Midwest, from sea to shining sea. The American people have spoken and made clear they’ve had enough of the extremism, enough of the corruption. They want a Congress that’s going to deliver for the American people, and that is exactly what House Democrats will do as soon as we get into office in January,” House Democratic leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries reportedly stated on election night.
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Democrat Gina Hinojosa Makes History Becoming First Latina To Win Governor Seat In Texas!
According to Fox News, Texas state Rep. Gina Hinojosa defeated three-term Republican Gov. Greg Abbott, bringing Democrats’ “36-year losing streak” in the Texas gubernatorial elections to an end.
“Everything is bigger in Texas, including the shock of this win. We shocked the world tonight. With a Texas chip on our shoulder, we show that anything is possible,” Hinojosa reportedly told supporters following her win.
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Internet users reacted to Gina Hinojosa’s win in TSR’s comment section.
Instagram user @ta_waqia wrote, “We got first Hispanic , Native American and African American WOMEN governors 😮💨😮💨😮💨😮💨🔥”
While Instagram user @alanna added, “Dang Texas is blue for the first time in decadessss.They must really hate Trump 🤣”
Instagram user @jacqui_elll wrote, “Somebody said ‘Out with the wheels in with the heels’ 😂 Bye Hot Wheels. Roll on up outta Texas.”
While Instagram user @tanishahenderson25_ added, “Now can people please stop saying your vote doesn’t count , because we proved tonight it does!!!”
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Democrats Also Gain Control Of The U.S. Senate!
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Democrat Abdul El-Sayed Becomes First Muslim Elected To U.S. Senate
According to Fox News, Abdul El-Sayed defeated “Rep. Mike Rogers in what was one of the most-watched contests of the election.”
“Enjoy your retirement,” El-Sayed reportedly directed toward Rogers afterward. “You chose hate, and Michigan chose hope. May we never have to see the likes of you in this state again.”
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Internet users reacted to Abdul El-Sayed’s win in TSR’s comment section.
Instagram user @ak_2live wrote, “I love how diverse and young these new politicians are”
While Instagram user @msjazzee added, “He said told Trump since you can’t pronounce my name, “Habibi, you can call me Senator”👏🏾👏🏾”
Instagram user @ahnam_shead wrote, “Saw a lot of ‘firsts’ during this midterm 🔥🔥🔥 That’s wtf I’m talking about 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾”
While Instagram user @ricokearney added, “Ion care who won—Black, white, yellow, or a damn unicorn for all I care. 😂 Y’all better get in there and fix this shit! A lot of people put their necks on the line for y’all, and now it’s time to deliver. Hold up your end of the bargain! 💯”
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Fives Black Governors Set To Serve Simultaneously For First Time In U.S. History!
According to NBC News, Democrat Wes Moore, who won re-election in Maryland; Republican Rep. Byron Donalds; Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms; Democrat David Crowley in Wisconsin; and Democrat Aaron Ford in Nevada will all be serving as governors!
Internet users reacted in TSR’s comment section.
Instagram user @_samory_ wrote, “One of em don’t count”
While Instagram user @sheprettyc added, “I’m happy for everyone 👏🏾👏🏾💙EXCEPT Bryon Donalds we could’ve left him out fr 🤣🤣”
Instagram user @braids_by_koya wrote, “It’s always Florida to mess some ish up 🙄 Congrats to everyone else tho 🥳🙌🏾”
