Democrats Win the House in Midterm Elections, Republicans Hold the Senate The win puts Democrats in control of the House for the first time since 2010. Democrats are expected to control the House by 230 seats to 205 for Republicans. James Carville, Democratic strategist, via NBC News Democrats picked up seats in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, Michigan and Kansas. Nancy Pelosi is likely to return to her former office as Speaker of the House. Republicans tightened their hold on the Senate, gaining at least three seats. Texas senator Ted Cruz was re-elected, defeating Rep. Beto O'Rourke. In a stunning upset for Democrats, Despite losing the House to Democrats, Peter Hart, polling analyst, via NBC News
