2012 National Election Results: Status Quo Control of Presidency, Senate and House

Senate Democrats also enjoyed a big night, not only retaining, but also expanding their control of the Senate after winning several closely contested races.  Assuming that both Senate Independents (Senator Bernie Sanders from Vermont and Senator-elect Angus King from Maine) caucus with the Democrats, the Democrats will have increased their majority from 53 to 55 seats. 

Republicans comfortably retained the Majority in the House of Representatives.  Although some races are still too close to call, it appears that Republicans will hold at least 234 seats compared to the Democrats’ approximately 193 seats.  After all outstanding races are decided, Democrats will likely gain an additional 5 to 8 seats in the House, but fell short of the 25 seats needed to control the House Majority.  

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