Democrats sweep in night of firsts but lame duck Trump could prove roadblock

On Tuesday night, Democrats achieved historic victories in the midterms, securing majorities in both houses of Congress. However, the Trump administration could pose challenges in passing legislation. This election saw several firsts unfold. In Texas, Democrats elected their first Latina governor, Gina Hinojosa, and James Talarico claimed the Senate seat - both in a state that had previously been reliably Republican.

Florida made history by electing its first black governor, while Georgia saw the first black woman ascend to the governorship. Michigan also broke new ground by sending Abdul El-Sayed, a Muslim American, to the Senate for the first time in US history. A surprise outcome occurred in Texas, where Democrats took control of the governorship and Senate seat.

Kansas, a traditionally conservative state, witnessed a Democrat's first Senate win in nearly a century. As counting continues across some regions, with 68 House seats still to be determined, Alaska and Mississippi remain under scrutiny. Despite these ongoing developments, Democrats have secured control of both the Senate and House of Representatives.