Democrats have secured 53 seats in the US House, compared to 25 for Republicans, as vote counting continues in the 2026 midterms. In the Senate, Democrats hold 43 seats to 33 for Republicans, including held seats. Democrats also knocked off a Republican-held North Carolina Senate seat while securing a House pickup in the states' 11th Congressional District. In gubernatorial races, Democrats won 11 contests, compared to eight for Republicans, according to the latest count. The battle for control of Congress continues, with both parties seeking majorities in the House and Senate.