Democrats gain control of U.S. House

The Democrats picked up at least 23 House seats on Tuesday and appeared on track to retake control of the chamber, a victory that could put a check on President Donald Trump's agenda over the next two years and lead to a multitude of investigations into his business dealings and administration.

Susan B. Anthony's grave decorated with 'I Voted' stickers
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Voters showed up by the dozens to put their "I Voted" stickers on the headstone of Susan B. Anthony, an Election Day ritual that pays homage to the voting rights pioneer.

Dems take House control, but GOP retains Senate

Democrats were on track to gain House control Tuesday night, but Republicans held their Senate majority as voters rendered a mixed verdict in the first nationwide election of Donald Trump's turbulent presidency.

Republican Ted Cruz holds off Democrat Beto O'Rourke in U.S. Senate race in Texas

Sen. Ted Cruz fended off a spirited underdog challenge from Democrat Beto O'Rourke to win re-election on Tuesday in a Texas race that once seemed like a cakewalk but needed a late boost from President Donald Trump to help push the incumbent over the top.

Tim Kaine wins U.S. Senate seat in Virginia

Democrat Sen. Tim Kaine won re-election, turning back a challenge by firebrand Republican Corey Stewart. 

2018 Virginia Election results roundup

Here are the election results for the 2018 Election in Virginia.

2018 DC Election results roundup

Here are the election results for the 2018 Election in the District.

2018 Maryland Election results roundup

Here are the election results for the 2018 Election in Maryland.

Ben Cardin keeps U.S. Senate seat in Maryland

The popular and well-funded Ben Cardin has won a third term representing Maryland in the U.S. Senate.

Disinformation on social media, election meddling remain a concern as Election Day arrives

The final push is on to get voters to the polls on Election Day and election security is a big concern. In fact, experts say there is a new effort on social media to use those security concerns to discourage people from voting.

Construction of US-Mexico border wall in Texas to begin in February

Federal authorities have awarded a $145 million contract to a Texas company to build 6 miles (9.5 kilometers) of wall along the U.S.-Mexico border in the Rio Grande Valley.

On the line: Trump, Democrats battle in campaign's final day

An epic battle for control of Congress and the future of Donald Trump's presidency was wrapping up Monday as both parties made their final appeals to voters.