The '''2018 Midterm elections''' were held on Tuesday, November 6, 2018.
The '''2018 Midterm elections''' were held on Tuesday, November 6, 2018.
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The Republicans retained control of the Senate, gaining 3 seats. With 54 members retiring from the House, Democrats won half the open seats to take control of the chamber.
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The Republicans retained control of the Senate, gaining 3 seats. With 54 members retiring from the House, Democrats won half the open seats to take control of the c
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The alleged "Blue wave" never materialized, with the GOP strengthening its hold on the Senate to approve President Trump's appointments.
In the House of Representatives the [[Republican Party]] held 235 seats to [[Democrat]]s' 193 seats, with seven seats vacant.
In the House of Representatives the [[Republican Party]] held 235 seats to [[Democrat]]s' 193 seats, with seven seats vacant.