Democrats Projected to Retake US House Majority

Democrats are projected to win control of the U.S. House of Representatives, flipping several Republican-held seats, according to The Associated Press. The victory ends Republican control of the chamber. Votes are still being counted in several races, leaving the size of Democrats' majority uncertain. Democrats capitalized on voter frustration over affordability, rising gas prices, and the war in Iran, which dominated the midterm campaign. House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries is positioned to become the next speaker. If elected, Jeffries would be the first Black person to hold the speaker role. The win marks Democrats' first House majority since January 2023, when Republicans took over. President Donald Trump's proposed $5,000 payments to Americans, tied to Republican control of both chambers, now appears unlikely to advance.