UCDems and College Republicans React to Midterm “Blue Tsunami”

The Democratic Party swept the 2026 midterm elections last week, winning large majorities in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate. Democrats flipped at least eight Senate seats, five governorships, 39 House districts, and several state legislative chambers. Many races across the country remain uncalled. The Maroon spoke with students affiliated with UChicago Democrats (UCDems) and UChicago College Republicans at their respective general body meetings this week about their opinions on the results of the midterm elections. This week’s UCDems meeting kicked off with an enthusiastic recap of the midterm results, paired with a variety of “blue wave”–themed treats. Aaron Horowitz, a second-year and UCDems’ director of external affairs, told the Maroon he and the group launched a number of initiatives in preparation for the midterms.

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