Democrats hoped for a blue wave in the midterms. It was a tsunami.

The Democratic Party has retaken control of Congress after big wins in House and Senate elections. USA TODAY White House Correspondent Francesca Chambers breaks down some of the biggest surprised from the Midterm elections and what it could mean for 2028.Read more of USA TODAY's coverage of the 2026 midterm elections.Share your thoughts with us at podcasts@usatoday.com.

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