Democrats win House majority with Trump approval at historic low
Democrats have won control of the House in the 2026 election, CBS News projects. Follow the midterm election results here, as polls begin to close.
Key points
- Democrats won the House majority, according to the CBS News headline.
- Hakeem Jeffries is poised to become the first Black House speaker.
- Jeffries spoke in Washington, D.C., shortly before 11:30 p.m. and said the election was a call for change.
Democrats have won the House majority, CBS News reported under the headline "Democrats win House majority with Trump approval at historic low." House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries addressed supporters in Washington, D.C., shortly before 11:30 p.m.
Jeffries, now poised to become the first Black House speaker, framed the result as a turning point and said House Democrats are committed to making life better for Americans.
Jeffries vows dramatic change
Jeffries said the election was a change election and that House Democrats understand voters want dramatic change. He said the party hears, sees and feels the American people and is committed to improving their lives.
America is back
— Hakeem Jeffries
