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id: dec11bc30f
section: elections
first_reported: 2026-11-04 17:34 EST
updated: 2026-11-04 17:34 EST
status: reported
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# Chesterfield voters not surprised by 'blue wave' as Democrats take control of US Senate and House

Voters across the country flipped seats that have historically been held by Republican candidates, leading to Democrats gaining control of both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.

Section: [Elections](/richmond/section/politics.md) · Entities: none

## Coverage

- [WTVR CBS 6](https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/chesterfield-county/chesterfield-voters-not-surprised-by-blue-wave-as-democrats-take-control-of-us-senate-and-house), 2026-11-04 17:34 EST: Chesterfield voters not surprised by 'blue wave' as Democrats take control of US Senate and House

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