US President Biden follows Election Day from the White House
Biden focuses on key Senate, House races that could shape his agenda
President Biden is following Election Day returns from the White House, with his party's control of Congress hanging in the balance.
Biden has been closely monitoring the results of key races across the country, including several closely watched Senate and House contests that could determine whether Democrats maintain their narrow majorities in both chambers.
The president has a vested interest in the outcome of these races, as his agenda could be significantly impacted by the composition of Congress. If Republicans gain control of either chamber, they could block or delay Biden's legislative priorities, including his Build Back Better social spending bill.
Biden has been urging voters to turn out for the midterm elections, arguing that the future of American democracy is at stake. He has also warned that democracy is under threat from those who seek to undermine it, including former President Donald Trump and his allies.
The president's remarks reflect the high stakes of the midterm elections, which will determine the balance of power in Congress and shape the political landscape for the next two years.
Biden is expected to make a statement later tonight on the results of the midterm elections. In the meantime, he is closely following the returns from the White House, where he will be joined by his top advisers.
Here are some of the key races that Biden is watching closely:
- Senate race in Pennsylvania: Democratic Lt. Gov. John Fetterman is facing off against Republican Mehmet Oz in a closely watched race that could determine control of the Senate.
- Senate race in Georgia: Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock is facing a rematch against Republican Herschel Walker in a race that is too close to call.
- Senate race in Nevada: Democratic Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto is facing a challenge from Republican Adam Laxalt in a race that could determine control of the Senate.
- House race in Virginia's 7th Congressional District: Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger is facing a challenge from Republican Yesli Vega in a race that could determine control of the House.
- House race in New York's 19th Congressional District: Democratic Rep. Pat Ryan is facing a challenge from Republican Marc Molinaro in a race that could determine control of the House.
The outcome of these races will have a significant impact on Biden's ability to pass his legislative agenda and shape the political landscape for the next two years.
