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Democrats secure biggest Virginia House majority since 1989

"Breaking: Democrats achieve their largest Virginia House majority since 1989, securing 64 seats. Discover key district flips and the implications for future elections."

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Democrats secure biggest Virginia House majority since 1989
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Democrats have secured the largest majority in the Virginia House of Delegates since 1989, following recent elections. The Democratic Party now holds 64 seats, while the Republican Party has 36 seats.

In the elections, several districts flipped to Democratic control, including VA-HD-22, VA-HD-30, VA-HD-57, VA-HD-71, VA-HD-73, VA-HD-75, VA-HD-84, VA-HD-82, and VA-HD-89.

This significant shift in the Virginia House reflects a broader trend observed in recent elections, where Republican candidates have been trailing by double digits in various races, including those in Virginia and New Jersey. For more on this trend, see our related coverage.

The outcome of these elections marks a pivotal moment for the Democratic Party in Virginia, reinforcing their influence in the state"s legislative body.

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