253 Seats! Biggest House Majority in 34 Years

Democrats have passed 250 House seats. AP has called 253 seats for Democrats and 155 for Republicans, with 27 still uncalled. CNN projects Democrats could reach 259–260 seats — their biggest majority since 1991–93.

In the Senate it is still 54–44. Alaska and Mississippi remain uncalled: Peltola leads by 637 votes (ranked tabulation Nov 18) and Colom by 1,813 votes (certification before Nov 13).

The defense angle: the new Congress can force a vote on Ukraine aid, scrutinize the 1.5 trillion dollar defense budget, and investigate the Iran war. But aid still needs 60 Senate votes and must survive a veto from President Trump, who also confirmed he is keeping Defense Secretary Hegseth.

Sources: AP, CNN (Nov 5–6, 2026). Analyzing war to cherish peace.