Democrats press to win a majority of governors' offices in midterms after power struggles with Trump
Democrats aimed to win a majority of governorships in the midterm elections, citing voter concerns about the economy, inflation, healthcare, and democracy. They succeeded in flipping four governorships in states that had previously voted for President Trump. Democrats now serve as governors in at least 28 states, giving them a majority of governorships for the first time in decades.
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9 sourcesDemocrats set to win majority of governorships for the first time in 16 years
Democrats flip four governorships, extending the party’s inroads into red states
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7 sourcesDemocrats have a majority of governors. That could have political ripple effects.
Democrats flip four governorships, extending the party's inroads into red states
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5 sourcesDemocrats press to win a majority of governors’ offices in midterms after power struggles with Trump
Democrats now have majority of governor seats, first time in 16 years
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1 articleDemocrats aim to sweep most US governor elections after wins in key states
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3 developments- Nov 3Democrats press to win a majority of governors' offices in midterms after power struggles with Trump
- Nov 4Democrats flip four governorships, extending the party's inroads into red states
- Nov 4Democrats have a majority of governors. That could have political ripple effects.
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