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Analysis: A stunning draw as Democrats hold their own

Analysis: A stunning draw as Democrats hold their own

WASHINGTON (AP) — Facing tremendous headwinds and weighty history, Democrats fought Republicans to a stunning midterm draw . Many Democrats went into election night dreading how bad their losses could be and pondering how to explain them.
Unfazed by scandals, Malaysia’s old party seeks win in polls

Unfazed by scandals, Malaysia’s old party seeks win in polls

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — The playbook is the same for Malaysia's grand old party. Eyeing a strong comeback in a crowded election race on Nov.
2022 midterms live updates: Latest election news from AP

2022 midterms live updates: Latest election news from AP

WASHINGTON (AP) — Follow along for real-time, on-the-ground updates on the 2022 U.S. midterm elections from The Associated Press. Live updates — all times Eastern — are produced by AP journalists around the country.
Republican concedes race for New Mexico House seat

Republican concedes race for New Mexico House seat

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Incumbent Republican Rep. Yvette Herrell conceded defeat Wednesday in a close-fought race for New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District, clearing a path toward victory for Democratic challenger Gabe Vasquez.

Tight California races may determine US House control

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A string of too-early-to-call California U.S. House races remains in play and might end up determining whether Republicans seize control or Democrats hang on to power.
Crown says former B.C. mayor intentionally misled police with false allegations

Crown says former B.C. mayor intentionally misled police with false allegations

SURREY, B.C. — A decision in the trial of former Surrey, B.C.
McCarthy's quest to be speaker collides with GOP failures

McCarthy's quest to be speaker collides with GOP failures

WASHINGTON (AP) — The promise of a red wave receding , Republicans on Wednesday faced the stark reality that any return to power would mean presiding over a narrowly split Congress, and the party’s dismal performance weakened House GOP leader Kevin M
Nevada's critical US Senate, House races too early to call

Nevada's critical US Senate, House races too early to call

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Critical races in Nevada, including one that could determine control of the U.S.
GOP nudges closer to House win; Senate could hinge on runoff

GOP nudges closer to House win; Senate could hinge on runoff

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans inched closer to a narrow House majority Wednesday, while control of the Senate hinged on a few tight races in a midterm election that defied expectations of sweeping conservative victories driven by frustration over inf
Biden hails Democrats' 'strong night,' acknowledges concerns

Biden hails Democrats' 'strong night,' acknowledges concerns

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden claimed vindication the day after the midterm elections, saying Democrats had “a strong night” and he planned to change nothing about his approach despite facing the likelihood of divided government in the nation
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