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The Associated Press has called Georgia’s U.S. Senate race for Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff, who defeated Republican Rep. Mike Collins.
Ossoff’s reelection secures him a second term in the Senate and keeps the seat in Democratic hands. The victory is an important hold for Democrats as they fight for control of the Senate in this year’s midterm elections.
The Associated Press has called New Hampshire’s U.S. Senate race for Democrat Chris Pappas, who defeated Republican John Sununu.
Pappas will replace retiring Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, keeping the seat in Democratic hands. His victory is an important hold for Democrats as they fight for control of the Senate.
The Associated Press has called North Carolina’s U.S. Senate race for Democrat Roy Cooper, who defeated Republican Michael Whatley.
Cooper, a former two-term governor, will replace retiring Republican Sen. Thom Tillis. His victory flips the seat from Republican to Democratic control, giving Democrats a key pickup as they work toward a Senate majority.
BREAKING: Democrat Helena Foulkes wins Rhode Island’s governor race.
Foulkes keeps the governor’s office in Democratic hands and will now lead the state on major issues including housing, affordability and health care. Her win also keeps Democratic control in one of Rhode Island’s highest-profile statewide races. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: Democrat Sabina Matos wins Rhode Island’s lieutenant governor race.
Matos keeps the office in Democratic hands and secures another statewide win for her party. Her victory helps Democrats maintain their hold on Rhode Island’s top leadership positions. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: Democrat Kim Ahern wins Rhode Island’s attorney general race.
Ahern keeps the office in Democratic hands and will now take on one of the state’s most influential legal and public safety positions. Her victory helps Democrats continue their hold on another key statewide office. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: David Morales wins the Providence mayoral race.
Morales comes out on top in one of the most closely watched local races of the night and will now lead Rhode Island’s capital city. His victory could shape the city’s direction on issues like housing, public safety and city services. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: Democrat John F. Reed wins Rhode Island’s U.S. Senate race.
Reed will return to Washington for another term, keeping the seat in Democratic hands. The longtime senator has represented Rhode Island in the Senate since 1997. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: Democrat Annie Andrews wins South Carolina’s U.S. Senate race.
Andrews’ victory is a major upset in a state that has not elected a Democrat to the Senate this century. Her win could also play an important role in the fight for Senate control in Washington. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: Democrat James Talarico wins Texas’ U.S. Senate race.
Talarico defeats Republican Ken Paxton, flipping the seat in a major breakthrough for Democrats. His victory marks a major political shift in Texas and could have big consequences for the balance of power in the Senate. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: Democrat Sherrod Brown wins Ohio’s U.S. Senate race.
Brown defeats Republican Jon Husted and flips the seat to Democratic control. The victory marks a major comeback for Brown and gives Democrats an important boost in the fight for Senate control. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: Democrat Josh Turek wins Iowa’s U.S. Senate race.
Turek captures the seat in a closely watched race centered on the economy, health care and affordability. His victory gives Democrats another important Senate gain as they push for more power in Washington. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: DEMOCRATS TAKE CONTROL OF CONGRESS
Democrats have won control of both the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate in the 2026 midterm elections, flipping both chambers from Republican control.
The results mark a major shift in Washington and could change the direction of the final two years of President Donald Trump’s term.
With control of Congress, Democrats will have greater power to shape legislation, oversee the administration and challenge the president’s agenda.
Stay with Hawk the Vote for more election coverage and updates.
BREAKING: Democrat Troy Jackson wins Maine’s U.S. Senate race.
Jackson defeats Republican Sen. Susan Collins and flips the seat to Democratic control. The victory could have major national implications as both parties compete for control of the Senate. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: Democrat Adam Hamilton wins Kansas’ U.S. Senate race.
Hamilton defeats Republican incumbent Roger Marshall in a major upset, flipping the seat to Democratic control. The result gives Democrats an important gain as they try to take back the Senate. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
BREAKING: Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan’s U.S. Senate race.
El-Sayed defeats Republican Mike Rogers and keeps the seat in Democratic hands. His victory is also historic, as he is set to become the first Muslim to serve in the U.S. Senate. Stay with Hawk the Vote for more live election updates tonight.
SENATE – SWINGSTATE POLLS:
*All data collected around or before Nov 2nd at 4pm.
Kansas: According to NBC, data by Emerson College shows that Democrat Adam Hamilton has a 3.5% against Republican Roger Marshall lead in the Kansas Senate.
Maine: According to NBC, Data for Progress shows that Democrat Troy Jackson has a 5% lead on Republican Susan Collins.
Texas: NBC reports that data by ActivVote on October 28 that James Talarico has a 4.2% lead against Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate.
Iowa: The New York Times reports on Nov 1 that Democrat Josh Turek has a 2% lead against Republican Ashley Hinson in the Iowa Senate.
Ohio: NBC reports that data from Suffolk University shows that Democrat Sherrod Brown has a 3% lead against Republican Jon Husted in the Ohio Senate.
Alaska: According to NBC, Data For Progress shows that Democrat Mary Peltola has a 2% lead against Republican Dan S. Sullivan in the Alaska Senate.
Rhode Island Polls
Rhode Island Attorney General: According to On Point Politics’, Democrat Kimberly Ahern has a 34.5% lead against republican Alan Gordon in the Attorney General race.
Rhode Island Senate: The University of New Hampshire reports that Democrat Jack Reed leads by 31% lead against Republican Ray Mckay in the Rhode Island Senate.
Rhode Island Lieutenant Gov: The University of New Hampshire reports that Democrat Sabina Matos leads by 15% points against Republican John Loughlin in the Lieutenant Governor race.
Rhode Island Governor: The University of New Hampshire shows that Democrat Helena Foulkes is leading by 9% points against Independent Ken Block in the governor race.
Brianna Frissora is a senior Journalism and Creative Writing double major with a minor in Photography at RWU. She is the Multimedia Director of Hawks’ Media, RWU’s News Outlet, Investigative Reporter for Communities of Hope Civic Media, Co-Managing Editor of Mount Hope Literary Magazine, and a Freelance Photographer. Upon graduating, she hopes to be a national broadcast news reporter.
Sarah Price is a Senior Journalism major with a minor in Political Science at Roger Williams University. Price is the floor manager for HawkTheVote’s live midterm election coverage. Sarah is the executive producer for Communities of Hope Civic Media, where she oversees the different teams and organizes the weekly radio show. She is also the Editor-in-Chief of The Capsized Tribune, an alternative publication on campus. Upon graduating, she hopes to become an investigative journalist.
Alexa Benson-Amarante is a junior Journalism and Political Science double major at RWU and is the Producer for HawktheVote’s live midterm election coverage. Alexa is the news editor and copy editor for the Hawks’ Media, and Senior Producer and Senior Investigative Reporter for Communities of Hope; she plans to be an executive national news producer.
Roslyn Iaderosa is a Junior Journalism major with a minor in Anthropology and Sociology at Roger Williams University. She is a member of Hawk the Vote’s live midterm election and is in charge of social media. Additionally, she serves as the Associate Executive Producer of Hope Pod News, Communities of Hope Civic Media’s weekly radio show, where she oversees production and produces the newscast.
Addison Mason is a Junior Journalism major with a minor in Legal Studies at Roger Williams, and she is the Radio Broadcast Liaison of the Hawk the Vote live midterm election coverage. She is the Chief Liaison for the law school partnership and an investigative reporter for Communities of Hope Civic Media. Addison is also the President of the Capsized Tribune, a student-run publication on campus. After graduating, she hopes to be an investigative reporter with an interest in the legal system.
Katherine [Kate] Tortolini is a Sophomore Journalism major with a minor in Film Studies at RWU and is the Technical Director for HawktheVote’s live midterm election coverage. Kate is a Senior Investigative Reporter and Editor for Communities of Hope Civic Media, where she covers solutions to major problems in society. She is also the Vice President of The Capsized Tribune, an alternative publication on campus. Upon graduating, she hopes to become an investigative journalist and eventually a U.S. correspondent.
Joshua Geaughan is a senior journalism major with a double major in public health and is the technical director for the Hawkthevote midterm election coverage. He is an investigative reporter with Communities of Hope and reports on environmental, health, and political news. He is the founding president of the Roger Williams alternative campus publication, The Capsized Tribune.
Samantha Packard-Flores is a Junior Communication & Media Studies major with a minor in Film Studies here at RWU, and is one of the camera operators for HawktheVote’s live midterm election coverage. Currently working as a producer for Hawk’s Media Multimedia division, she plans to expand her own photography and videography business as well as work as a movie editor.
Anthony Quiñones is a senior Psychology major at RWU and is one of the cameramen for HawktheVotes live midterm election coverage. He is a residential assistant on the Roger Williams University campus, and he plans to eventually pursue his doctorate in psychology and start his own private practice.
Alana Lemene is a senior Journalism major with a minor in Sustainability Studies and is the communications person for HawktheVote’s live election coverage.