BREAKING: Democrats capture Virginia state Senate; House up for grabs.
RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia Democrats took control of the state legislature on Tuesday night for first time in more than two decades.
Democrats won majorities in both the state House and Senate, the third election in a row that Virginia Democrats have made significant gains since President Donald Trump was elected. The win will give Democrats control of the legislature and governorship for the first time in 26 years. Democrats have pledged to pass new gun restrictions and raise the minimum wage once in power.
Of four states having legislative elections this year, Virginia is the only one where control of the statehouse is up for grabs.Prior to the election, Virginian Republicans had a slim majority in both the state House and Senate.Associated Press
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