2026 US Midterms: Trump suffers historic defeats from Texas to Michigan

Democrats are poised for historic wins in gubernatorial races across several key states, with projections indicating victories in Texas, Georgia, Ohio, and new historic milestones in Georgia, Texas, and New Mexico. In Georgia, Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms made history as the first Black woman elected governor, unseating Republican incumbent Brian Kemp.

Similarly, in Texas, Gina Hinojosa became the first Latina governor, defeating incumbent Greg Abbott. New Mexico elected its first female Native American governor, Deb Haaland. These three wins represent significant breaks in the political landscape. The surge in Democratic victories comes amid widespread dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump, concerns over rising living costs, and local issues ranging from water rights to cancer rates.

If Democrats secure at least two more governorships, they will hold a majority of states for the first time since 2010. In Ohio, physician Amy Acton narrowly defeated Republican entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, with the latter's campaign featuring an explosive ad attacking Acton's personal history. In Iowa, Democrat Rob Sand won the governor's race, focusing his campaign on accountability and opposition to Republican fiscal management.

Meanwhile, Wisconsin saw a Democratic victory as David Crowley toppled Republican Tom Tiffany, using abortion rights as a central campaign theme. These outcomes signal a potential shift in the political balance, with Democrats aiming to take control of a majority of states for the first time in over a decade.