Republicans gain control of the US Senate after two years of Democratic control

The projected outcome indicates that Republicans will hold at least a 51-49 majority in the Senate. The wins of Republican Jim Justice in West Virginia and Bernie Moreno in Ohio have played a crucial role in securing this majority. In Nebraska, Republican Senator Deb Fischer successfully defended her seat against a strong challenge from independent candidate Dan Osborn. This shift in majority will likely allow the Republicans to dictate the agenda in Washington and play a key role in the appointment of conservative judges and government personnel. In contrast, Democratic efforts to oust firebrand Republicans Ted Cruz and Rick Scott were unsuccessful.