Republicans win race to retake control of Senate
The Independent|November 06, 2024
Republicans seized control of the US Senate earlier today after flipping Democratic-held seats, wresting away the majority for the first time in four years.
LISA MASCARO ,MARY CLARE JALONICK
Republicans win race to retake control of Senate

The unexpected battleground of Nebraska pushed Republicans over the top. Incumbent Senator Deb Fischer brushed back a surprisingly strong challenge from independent newcomer Dan Osborn.

Democrats watched their efforts to salvage their slim majority slip out of reach as tallies rolled in across a map that favoured Republicans. Republicans flipped one seat in West Virginia, with the election of Jim Justice, who easily replaced retiring Senator Joe Manchin.

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