After winning close races in Arizona and Nevada, Democrats will retain a narrow majority in the US Senate for the next few years. two years. US media projections show that Democratic Senator Catherine Cortez Masto will remain in office in Nevada, defeating Republican candidate Adam Laxalt. Estimates also point to the victory of Democrat Mark Kelly in Arizona, against Republican Blake Masters.
The result of the midterm elections gives the Democrats 11 seats in the Senate, and 49 to the Republicans . There is still a spot in Georgia, which will be played in the second round, on December 6th. Although Republicans win there, tying the seats in the House, Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris has the right to tie-breaking votes on legislative decisions.Control of the Senate is important for President Joe Biden, who will have an easier time confirming his Supreme Court nominees. Democrats can also bar bills passed by the House, setting an agenda of their own. In the dispute for the Chamber, whose investigation is still in progress, the Republicans seem to be close to winning a majority.
